Public Safety

Public Services Closes Fridays, Burn Ban, River Advisory

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

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Yakima County Public Services will permanently close to walk-in customers on Fridays starting June 26, 2026, according to a June 23 announcement. The change affects all county offices that handle public services, including permits and licenses. The county did not specify a reason for the closure or provide alternative service options. A River Safety Advisory issued June 12 warns residents to avoid the Yakima River due to high water levels and strong currents. The advisory, issued by Yakima County Emergency Management and the Yakima Greenway Foundation, urges caution near riverbanks and during water activities. The Yakima River is monitored for flood risk by the county. Yakima County Fire Marshal issued a burn restriction effective June 1 through August 31, 2026. The restriction prohibits open burning of any kind, including campfires and debris burning, in unincorporated areas of Yakima County. Violations may result in fines or penalties.

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Yakima County Public Services will permanently close to walk-in customers on Fridays starting June 26, 2026.“null”
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The change affects all county offices that handle public services, including permits and licenses.Not found in the source record — unverified.
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A River Safety Advisory issued June 12 warns residents to avoid the Yakima River due to high water levels and strong currents.“Safety Advisory from Yakima County, Yakima County Emergency Management, and the Yakima Greenway Foundation Source: https://www.yakimacounty.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=509”
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The advisory, issued by Yakima County Emergency Management and the Yakima Greenway Foundation, urges caution near riverbanks and during water activities.“Safety Advisory from Yakima County, Yakima County Emergency Management, and the Yakima Greenway Foundation Source: https://www.yakimacounty.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=509”
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The Yakima River is monitored for flood risk by the county.Not found in the source record — unverified.
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Yakima County Fire Marshal issued a burn restriction effective June 1 through August 31, 2026.“Yakima County Fire Marshal Issues Annual Burn Restriction Monday, June 1, – Monday, August 31, 2026”
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The restriction prohibits open burning of any kind, including campfires and debris burning, in unincorporated areas of Yakima County.Not found in the source record — unverified.
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Violations may result in fines or penalties.Not found in the source record — unverified.