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Pile Burning and Hazard Fuels Work to Begin at San Juan Island National Historical Park

March 30, 2026 · Source: National Park Service

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San Juan Island National Historical Park will begin controlled pile burning and hazardous fuels removal the week of April 6 in two areas of the park to reduce wildfire risk. Operations will be led by Olympic Interagency Fire Management personnel.

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