Outdoor Burning
My Local Safety App
Outdoor Burning
The Whatcom County burn ban is off.
The Columbia Valley Urban Growth Area is limited permanently to Recreational Fires Only.
Recreational Fire Requirements
- Up to 3 feet by 3 feet of seasoned firewood or charcoal only
- Must have enclosure 16 inches high, made of steel or masonry or rockery
- 25 feet from structures, timber, and combustible materi
The Whatcom County burn ban is off.
The Columbia Valley Urban Growth Area is limited permanently to Recreational Fires Only.
Recreational Fire Requirements
- Up to 3 feet by 3 feet of seasoned firewood or charcoal only
- Must have enclosure 16 inches high, made of steel or masonry or rockery
- 25 feet from structures, timber, and combustible material
- 15 feet of overhead clearance required
- Garden hose or (2) 5-gallon buckets of water at fire
- Hand tools required onsite
- Allowed after dark if attended until fire is out cold
- No burning when winds exceed 7 MPH
Get Involved
My Local Safety App
Outdoor Burning
Looking to volunteer?
Minimum Requirements for Volunteers:
- 18 years old
- Pass a medical exam, including a drug test
- Pass a criminal background check
- Have a valid WA State driver's license
- Have a good driving record
- High School diploma, or equivalent
My Local Safety App
My Local Safety App
My Local Safety App
Stay Connected. Stay Prepared.
Download the My Local Safety (MyLS) app to get real-time local emergency updates, access vital safety resources, and share critical home and property information with first responders before help arrives.
Use code 017388 to sign up with us!