ISLAND COUNTY FIRE MARSHAL NEWS RELEASE 

OUTDOOR BURN BAN IN ISLAND COUNTY

 TYPE I BURN BAN IN EFFECT

AS OF 12:00 PM, June 15, 2019

NO OUTDOOR BURNING OF NATURAL DEBRIS – EVEN WITH A PERMIT.

RECREATIONAL FIRES ARE ALLOWED IN APPROVED FIRE PIT*

 *The use of barbeque grills using propane or briquettes, or self-contained camp  stoves are also allowed

 PROCLAMATION and PUBLIC NOTICE

WHEREAS, by June 15, 2019, atmospheric conditions of reduced moisture levels, low humidity, and warmer weather have increased the risk of fire within the confines of Island County,

THEREFORE, in concurrence with the Fire Protection Districts of Whidbey and Camano Islands and the Northwest Clean Air Agency, I, Sheriff Rick Felici, serving as the Island County Fire Marshal, do hereby proclaim a BAN on ALL outdoor burning (except for recreational fires) within the entirety of Island County

  REPORT VIOLATIONS TO 911

                                 This Ban will remain in effect until further notice.

SHERIFF RICK FELICI
Island County Fire Marshal                                                              

OUTDOOR BURNING INFORMATION

FOR ISLAND COUNTY CALL THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT AT: 360-679-7350
FOR NORTHWEST CLEAN AIR AGENCY CALL  360-428-1617