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Governor Bob Ferguson declared a statewide emergency on August 1, 2026“August 01, 2026 Story Body OLYMPIA — Today, Governor Bob Ferguson declared a statewide state of emergency due to our drought conditions, unusually high temperatures and high winds all exacerbating our record-setting wildfires.”
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The statewide emergency was declared due to drought, high temperatures, and high winds worsening wildfires“August 01, 2026 Story Body OLYMPIA — Today, Governor Bob Ferguson declared a statewide state of emergency due to our drought conditions, unusually high temperatures and high winds all exacerbating our record-setting wildfires.”
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The proclamation includes a statewide ban on most outdoor burning through September 30, 2026“The declaration includes a statewide prohibition on most outdoor and agricultural burning through September 30, 2026.”
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The ban covers yard debrisNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The ban covers trash disposalNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The ban covers land clearing“The ban does not prohibit liquid-fueled or gas-fueled stoves or grills over non-flammable surfaces and at least five feet from flammable vegetation; agricultural or silvicultural burning with appropriate fire permits; or campfires on private property or at state, county and municipal parks and campgrounds that are contained in structures such as fire rings or fire pits.”
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The ban covers weed abatementNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The ban covers bonfires“The ban does not prohibit liquid-fueled or gas-fueled stoves or grills over non-flammable surfaces and at least five feet from flammable vegetation; agricultural or silvicultural burning with appropriate fire permits; or campfires on private property or at state, county and municipal parks and campgrounds that are contained in structures such as fire rings or fire pits.”
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The ban covers uncontained campfires“The ban does not prohibit liquid-fueled or gas-fueled stoves or grills over non-flammable surfaces and at least five feet from flammable vegetation; agricultural or silvicultural burning with appropriate fire permits; or campfires on private property or at state, county and municipal parks and campgrounds that are contained in structures such as fire rings or fire pits.”
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The ban does not apply to gas-fueled stoves“The ban does not prohibit liquid-fueled or gas-fueled stoves or grills over non-flammable surfaces and at least five feet from flammable vegetation;”
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The ban does not apply to agricultural burning with permits“agricultural or silvicultural burning with appropriate fire permits; or campfires on private property or at state, county and municipal parks and campgrounds that are contained in structures such as fire rings or fire pits.”
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The ban does not apply to contained campfires in parks“The ban does not prohibit liquid-fueled or gas-fueled stoves or grills over non-flammable surfaces and at least five feet from flammable vegetation; agricultural or silvicultural burning with appropriate fire permits; or campfires on private property or at state, county and municipal parks and campgrounds that are contained in structures such as fire rings or fire pits.”
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Washington faces its fourth consecutive drought year“Washington is in the midst of a record-setting fourth consecutive statewide drought.”
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Over 1,000 fires are burning 425,000 acres since 2021No usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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Currently, 12 large fires are burning over 200,000 acres“Currently, more than 200,000 acres are burning in 12 large fires.”
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The ban aligns with a National Weather Service Red Flag Alert rating conditions as 'extreme' across Eastern Washington“The emergency proclamation goes into effect ahead of an unprecedented “particularly dangerous situation” Red Flag Alert by the National Weather Service, rating the weather risk today as “extreme” across Eastern Washington.”
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The proclamation allows access to Emergency Management Assistance Compact resources“The proclamation also allows Washington state to access additional resources through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact, a nationwide mutual aid system.”
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The proclamation authorizes additional National Guard deployment for firefighting“Today’s emergency proclamation authorizes additional National Guard activation as needed, at the discretion of Washington’s Adjutant General.”
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Residents should check local restrictions before burning“Always check local restrictions before burning during the summer months.”
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The ban does not override stricter local rules“The Governor’s burn ban does not supersede more restrictive bans issued by local governments or the Department of Natural Resources.”
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The Washington State Fire Marshal urges avoiding any activity that could ignite dry vegetation“The Washington State Fire Marshal urges Washingtonians to refrain from any activity that may ignite dry vegetation, including the use of open flames, outdoor burning, or equipment capable of producing sparks or embers.”
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The Washington State Fire Marshal urges avoiding open flames“The Washington State Fire Marshal urges Washingtonians to refrain from any activity that may ignite dry vegetation, including the use of open flames, outdoor burning, or equipment capable of producing sparks or embers.”
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The Washington State Fire Marshal urges avoiding equipment that produces sparks“The Washington State Fire Marshal urges Washingtonians to refrain from any activity that may ignite dry vegetation, including the use of open flames, outdoor burning, or equipment capable of producing sparks or embers.”
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The ban remains in effect until September 30, 2026“The declaration includes a statewide prohibition on most outdoor and agricultural burning through September 30, 2026.”
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Enforcement of the ban continues through the peak fire seasonNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.