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The Island County Government posted this to his Facebook page on .
OUTDOOR BURNING BAN
IN ISLAND COUNTY
TYPE I BURN BAN IN EFFECT
AS OF: MIDNIGHT, SUNDAY, JUNE 30, 2024
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 30, 2024, 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
