The state has rescinded a burn permit suspension which had been in effect over mainland Alaska since May 1. A state forestry release says the move follows recent days' rain, and development of a plan to bring in firefighters in from outside Alaska, if needed.
The burn permit suspension remains in effects on the Kenai Peninsula due to an expected influx of recreational traffic associated with salmon fishing season.
The burn permit suspension prohibiting the burning of brush piles or lawns, and the use of burn barrels, will remain in effect on the Kenai through June.
