Washington’s Emerald Ash Borer Detection: Keep Firewood Decisions Local
The confirmed detection is in Vancouver, Washington—not evidence that a tree in Snohomish County is infested. Wood handling deserves a careful plan.
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News, ideas, and practical information for the Pacific Northwest.
Before the First Fall-Like Wind and Rain: A Snohomish County Tree Checklist
Use this ground-level checklist to prepare trees, access routes, and debris plans before fall-like wind and rain in Snohomish County.
Snohomish County Stage 2 Burn Ban Update: What to Do With Branches and Brush
Updated August 20, 2026: Snohomish County’s Stage 2 burn ban prohibits yard-debris fires. Use this decision path to manage branches and brush without burning.
Crane-Assisted Tree Removal: How It Works and When It Helps
Learn how crane-assisted tree removal works, when it may help, what crews consider during planning, and what Snohomish County property owners should ask before work begins.
Stage 2 Burn Ban in Snohomish County: What to Do With Branches and Brush
Snohomish County’s Stage 2 burn ban stops yard-debris fires and recreational wood fires. Use this guide to plan safe branch and brush cleanup.
Smoke and Heat in Snohomish County: Should You Postpone Tree Work?
Use this same-day checklist to decide whether to proceed with a tree inspection, pruning visit, debris cleanup, or property walk during smoke and heat.
Stage 1 Burn Ban: A Snohomish County Tree-Debris Checklist
Snohomish County’s Stage 1 burn ban suspends residential open burning. Use this checklist to handle branches, brush, utility hazards, and tree work safely.
Snohomish County Stage 1 Burn Ban Tree-Debris Checklist
Snohomish County's Stage 1 burn ban (checked July 22, 2026) suspends residential open burning. Use this checklist to plan non-burning disposal for tree limbs, pruning piles, leaves, and…
Hazardous Tree Removal: When to Call a Professional
Practical guide for Pacific Northwest homeowners: when a tree is hazardous, why you should call a professional, safety steps, and permit/utility considerations in Snohomish County.
NIFC June Outlook: Northwest Fire Potential Rises Through Summer
NIFC's June 1, 2026 outlook shows rising Northwest fire potential through summer. Snohomish County homeowners should prepare trees and debris now, check burn rules, and call utilities before…