Wildfire season in Washington typically runs from early July to early October when rain returns to the Northwest. However, wildfires can occur at any time of year. As wildfires become increasingly prevalent, the need for effective preparedness is more pressing than ever. Explore these readiness resources designed by county, state and national agencies to help you stay safe before, during and after a wildfire.
County Resources
Island County
- Wildland Fires – Island County Department of Emergency Management
- Wildfire Smoke Information – Northwest Clean Air Agency
- Outdoor Burning – Island County Department of Environmental Health
Snohomish County
- Wildfires - Snohomish County Public Safety Hub
- Wildfire Preparedness - Snohomish County Emergency Management
- Outdoor Burning Information – Snohomish County Fire Marshall
State Resources
- Current Wildfire Incident Information - WA State Department of Natural Resources
- Wildfires - WA State Department of Health
- WA Wildfire Resources - WA State Emergency Management Department
National Resources
- SmokeyBear.com - U.S. Forest Service
- Safety Guidelines: Wildfires and Wildfire Smoke – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- Wildfire Outreach Materials - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
- Wildfire Preparedness – U.S. Department of the Interior
- Wildfire Safety - American Red Cross
- Wildfire Weather Safety – National Weather Service
- Wildfires – U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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