Burn Ban In Effect Today Through August 31st

Burn ban goes into effect today, July 1st, 2025.

The Snohomish County Fire Marshal has issued a burn ban effective today, July 1st through August 31, 2025.

The ban includes the City of Everett, WA, as well as numerous cities and unincorporated areas in Snohomish County.

Under this ban, recreational fires, plus charcoal and gas grills are ok. All other outdoor burning is banned.

In general, the City of Everett is a permanent no-burn area with the exception of recreational fires (more info below). The use of a burn barrel and burning garbage is also not permitted.

Also remember that it is illegal to discharge fireworks in Everett, WA. Everett will home to a 4th of July parade, concert, and fireworks for your entertainment. Here’s a handy chart from Snohomish 911 on what to do about fireworks:

Recreational fires are less than three feet in diameter and two feet high and are intended for cooking or pleasure within an approved fire pit.

Here are the rules if you do plan to have a recreational fire:

• Recreational fires shall be monitored at all times and must have a water source readily available; at a minimum, a charged water hose or a five‐gallon bucket of water.
• Fires must be at least 25 feet from any structure or combustible material (including decks, fencing, sheds, siding, etc.).
• Are less than three feet in diameter and two feet high.
• Contain burning material kept below the top of the fire pit enclosure.
• Are used for cooking or pleasure within an approved fire pit.
• Portable outdoor fireplaces shall be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and shall not be operated within 15 feet of a structure or combustible material.
• Conditions that could cause a fire to spread within 25 feet of a structure shall be eliminated prior to ignition.