Due to the increase in fuel moisture levels and recent rain, the Fire Marshal’s Office will lift the burn ban for outdoor burning. The burn ban will be lifted at 4:00 PM on Wednesday, September 27 for the unincorporated areas of Whatcom County. Read on...
The Fire Marshal’s Office team works as part of the Building Services Division and in partnership with the Sheriff’s Office and the county fire districts to provide a wide spectrum of fire prevention and building safety services.
The Fire Marshal’s Office:
Conducts annual fire and life safety inspections
Conducts fire and arson investigations
Issues permits for sprinkler and alarm systems, above ground and underground fuel tank removal / installation / repair, firework displays, fireworks stands, open burning, and special events
Provides plan review for land use and commercial construction
For current outdoor burning information please call the Outdoor Burning Information Line at (360) 778-5903. See ourOutdoor Burning Regulationspage for information on outdoor burning.