Area Fire Marshals and Surrounding Cities Enact Burn Restrictions

Fire Marshals from the Spokane Metro Area enforced burn restrictions on June 30, 2025, due to rising wildfire risks amid changing weather conditions. The ban includes all unauthorized open burning and recreational fires, aimed at preventing human-caused wildfires. Fire Marshal Lance Dahl highlighted the community's safety as a priority in enacting these restrictions. With warm and dry conditions expected, the Spokane Valley Fire Department urges residents to practice fire safety and report any signs of fire. Violators who do not comply with the restrictions could face misdemeanor charges.

These actions are crucial to maintaining air quality and protecting public health, particularly for vulnerable groups such as the young, elderly, and those with respiratory conditions. The restrictions will remain in effect until lifted by authorities. Residents are encouraged to use approved manufactured outdoor devices for safe fire use in compliance with guidelines.