Air Time: Okanogan County stage 1 burn ban extended

The Stage 1 burn ban called by Ecology for Okanogan County has been extended at least until 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5. Air quality is unlikely to improve very much today, particularly in Omak and the Methow Valley, forecasters said.

The Stage 1 ban applies to the use of uncertified wood-burning devices (including wood stoves, inserts and fireplaces) and to all outdoor burning. Ecology’s burn