Burn Bans
The Makah Sustainable Resources Air Program regulates air quality under their own sovereign authority. The Federal Air Rules for Reservations Outdoor Burning Rule (FARR) provides EPA Region 10 the authority to call burn bans on Indian Reservations when meteorological conditions or deteriorating air quality create unhealthy conditions.
During a burn ban for air quality called by EPA or the Makah Tribal Air Program, all open burning must cease, except for ceremonial and traditional fires. If approved for an Outdoor Burn Permit, an individual is required to call the FARR at 1-800-423-4372 to verify that a burn ban has not been issued. During a burn ban, both indoor and outdoor fires are prohibited.
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