Wildfire resources
Chelan County’s dry summers make wildfire awareness essential for both residents and visitors. On this page, you’ll find current smoke levels and air quality updates to help you plan your activities safely. We also provide information on local burn bans and fire danger levels, including the countywide ban on personal fireworks during fire season. Stay informed and help protect our landscapes by following local fire safety guidelines.
Current Conditions:
The current fire danger level for Chelan County is High in both the Valley Zone and Mountain Zone, with Stage 2 fire restrictions in effect across the unincorporated areas. This means:
- Recreational fireworks are banned.
- No target shooting is allowed outside of a gun range. Hunting is allowed in open areas.
See Current fire hazard designation and restrictions at co.chelan.wa.us/news/article/current-fire-hazard-designation-and-restrictions
Residential campfires are banned in unincorporated Chelan County
Chelan County – With unseasonably hot and windy conditions headed this way, the Chelan County fire marshal is banning all residential campfires in the county’s unincorporated areas.
The ban does not include propane fueled campfire units and it does not apply to commercially made barbecues and camp stoves.
Chelan County Emergency Management encourages people to sign up for its emergency alert system called Everbridge.
“During wildfire season, we also recommend that everyone turn on their cell phones,” adds Sgt. Jason Reinfeld, “If we need to send an emergency notice quickly, regardless of whether you are signed up for Everbridge, we can’t reach you if your location is off.”
Citizens can sign up online for alerts or download the Everbridge mobile app.
