With the 4th of July approaching, be aware of current restrictions on outdoor burning and fireworks in Chelan County.
Fireworks are prohibited at this time throughout Chelan County. June 1 restrictions are currently in place, with restrictions going to all areas of unincorporated Chelan County on July 1. Beginning July 1, residential campfires are prohibited. You can still operate a propane-fueled grill or stove; coal briquettes are prohibited beginning July 1. Chelan County currently is at a high fire danger level.
Fire restrictions begin annually on June 1 in Chelan County’s Valley Zone. Additional restrictions are added annually on July 1 in both the Valley and Mountain zones. The Chelan County fire marshal has the authority to add restrictions before July 1, depending on conditions.
- See the mapof the Valley and Mountain zones.
- See Chelan County Code Chapter 7.52for full details.
All restrictions are removed annually on Oct. 1 unless the Board of County Commissioners passes a resolution, extending the restrictions.
Recreational fireworks are allowed in Chelan County only during designated times on New Year’s Eve.
For detailed information on restrictions in Chelan County go to: County of Chelan, Washington