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Fire restrictions in Chelan County come off Oct. 28

Fire restrictions in Chelan County come off Oct. 28

All fire restrictions in Chelan County will expire on Friday, Oct. 28. In addition, the fire hazard level will be reduced from high to moderate in both the Valley and Mountain zones of the county until Nov. 4.

Posted: October 26, 2022

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Fire restrictions lowered beginning Oct. 14; outdoor debris burning still banned

Fire restrictions lowered beginning Oct. 14; outdoor debris burning still banned

UPDATE: Fire restrictions in the unincorporated areas of Chelan County remain at Stage 1 until Oct. 28, when the restrictions will be re-evaluated. Stage 1 restrictions continue the ban on the outdoor burning of yard debris; however, they allow for recreational, residential campfires.

Posted: October 12, 2022

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County extends fire restrictions through Oct. 15

County extends fire restrictions through Oct. 15

On the recommendation of partner agencies and fire chiefs, the Chelan County fire marshal is temporarily extending current fire ratings and restrictions through at least Oct. 15, or until wildfire conditions ease. Recreational fires and outdoor burning remain banned.

Posted: September 28, 2022

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Chelan County Fire Hazard Designation

Chelan County Fire Hazard Designation

Both the Valley and Chelan Mountain zones are under a high fire hazard level.

Posted: June 22, 2022

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May 10 hearing calls for comments on proposed Wildland-Urban Interface Code

May 10 hearing calls for comments on proposed Wildland-Urban Interface Code

Chelan County commissioners will hold a public hearing at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 10, to take comments on the proposed Wildland-Urban Interface Code.

Posted: May 05, 2022

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International leader in wildland fire science to visit area

International leader in wildland fire science to visit area

An internationally recognized leader in wildland fire and fire science will visit the Fish Lake area in early May to conduct a field study that aims to better determine the origin point of wildland fires.

Posted: May 03, 2022

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May 3 hearing to discuss changes in activity restrictions during wildfire season

May 3 hearing to discuss changes in activity restrictions during wildfire season

UPDATE: The public hearing originally held on May 3 has been continued to May 31 to give people time to submit written comments on the proposed amendments to the Fire Hazard Levels of the County Code.

Posted: April 26, 2022

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Plan on burning yard waste this spring? It's still dry out there

Plan on burning yard waste this spring? It's still dry out there

If you are planning to burn natural debris on your property, remember that last year’s grass is very flammable right now. The Chelan County Fire Marshal's Office asks that you keep some important outdoor burning guidelines in mind.

Posted: March 28, 2022

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Turkey fryers increase risk of holiday fires

Turkey fryers increase risk of holiday fires

A local house fire over the weekend that was started from the hot oil of a turkey fryer has prompted the Chelan County fire marshal to remind residents that using the outdoor fryers this Thanksgiving can increase the risk of starting a fire.

Posted: November 22, 2021

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Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 12
    Jul 2025
    09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Monthly Drop-Off Saturday - July 12, 2025

    Posted by: Solid Waste Management

    Drop-off Saturday at the Moderate Risk Waste Facility is July 12.

    Chelan County Moderate Risk Waste Facility
  • 09
    Jul 2025
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Chelan County Civil Service Commission

    Posted by: Human Resources

    The Chelan County Civil Service Commission will be meeting on July 9, 2025.

    Chelan County Commissioners Office, CM Conference Room 1
  • 25
    Jun 2025
    06:30 PM - 08:00 PM

    Planning Commission - June 25, 2025

    Posted by: Community Development

    By Zoom Video Conference or in person.
  • 11
    Jun 2025
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Chelan County Civil Service Commission

    Posted by: Human Resources

    The Chelan County Civil Service Commission will be meeting on June 11, 2025.

    Chelan County Commissioners Office, CM Conference Room 1