It has rained, and rained, and rained in the South Sound, so much so, that the downpour in the Olympia area over the weekend set a record.
But despite wet winter and spring seasons that have resulted in an above-average snowpack in the mountains, the state Department of Natural Resources already is planning for a dry, dangerous summer.
Fire prevention restrictions went into effect Sunday, according to DNR, and remain active until Oct. 15 on 13 million acres of protected land statewide.
Regulations largely affect residents who live or work in wooded areas, and require proper fire extinguishing equipment at job sites. People working in wooded areas must observe Industrial Fire Precaution Levels, DNR says, which can change daily. Updates by location are available on the DNR website or by calling 1-800-527-3305.