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Current Air Quality

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Current Burn Ban Status by County

Not in effect for Clallam, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Mason, Pacific, Thurston, Clallam

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Mission:

ORCAA promotes air quality and takes actions that protect the health and welfare of people and the natural environment in the agency’s six-county jurisdiction (Clallam, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Mason, Pacific, and Thurston Counties).

News Articles

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May 21, 2024
Thurston County helps residents prepare for wildfire season
Thurston County’s Department of Emergency Management has launched an initiative to help residents prepare for wildfire risks. As part of Wildfire Awareness Month, the …
May 14, 2024
New Notice of Construction (NOC) permit applications– May 14, 2024
ORCAA has received one or more new Notice of Construction (NOC) permit applications. These are open for public comment for 15 days. You may find the …
May 14, 2024
Final Determination issued for Pacific Northwest Renewable Energy Permit Application
The Olympic Region Clean Air Agency (ORCAA) issued a Final Determination regarding the permit application for the proposed wood pellet manufacturing facility in Hoquiam, Washington. …
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Looking for an Asbestos Service Provider?

Undertaking a home renovation can be stressful, and finding the right contractors – and the contractors with the right skills and certifications – can add to the stress level. To help residents in this situation, we maintain a list of many of the contractors in our region who maintain asbestos certification.

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Hearings & Notices

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May 14, 2024
Notice of Construction: S.E.A. Construction, LLC

Comment period open until: May 29, 2024

May 13, 2024
Notice of Construction: Chetzemoka Bros. Cabinet Company

Comment period open until: May 28, 2024

May 6, 2024
Notice of Public Hearing: Fiscal Year 2025 Budget

Comment period open until: June 12, 2024