Many people who are in Whatcom County have found out recently that they are in a “Burn Ban” area. If you live in an Urban Growth Area, you are in a burn ban area. The burn ban is part of a clean air legislation that was enacted in the early 1990’s.

If you have any questions or would like more information regarding this burn ban, please call these numbers:

Northwest Clean Air Agency: 800-622-4627
Whatcom County Fire Marshal: 360-676-6907

If you are not in an Urban Growth Area and would like to get a permit to burn here is the
"Burn information line": (360) 676-6934

Sites to Visit:
Northwest Clean Air Agency
Whatcom County Fire Marshal