Skagit 911

08/26/2026

IRON MOUNTAIN 2 FIRE - Situational Awareness Report

We understand that there is significant community interest in the Iron Mountain 2 Fire, including visible smoke and concern about fire activity in the area.

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is actively responding and has command of the incident. Skagit County Fire District 8 and Skagit County Department of Emergency Management (DEM) are monitoring the situation. At this time, there are no known risks to the community.

For current fire information and updates, follow the Iron Mountain 2 Fire on Watch Duty:
https://app.watchduty.org/i/117580

As always, if you see smoke or a suspected fire, report it to 911. Please do not assume it has already been reported.

We also encourage you to sign up for Skagit Ready Alerts, Skagit County’s official emergency notification system, to receive emergency alerts and important public safety information:
https://www.skagitcounty.net/Departments/EmergencyManagement/alerts.htm

08/18/2026

PSE is conducting siren testing multiple times today between 8am and 4pm.

08/13/2026

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• Starting wage: $31.20/hour
• Paid, hands-on training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Meaningful, fast-paced work
• No prior dispatch experience required

We're looking for strong communicators, problem solvers, team players, and people who are ready to learn.

📅 Applications open August 19 – September 2

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08/06/2026

Every emergency response starts with a call. At Skagit 911, our Public Safety Telecommunicators are the professional voices on the other end—answering 911 calls, coordinating emergency responders, and helping keep our communities safe 24/7.

If you've ever wondered what it's like to be the first, first responder, now is the perfect time to learn more.

Our Entry Public Safety Telecommunicator Trainee position opens for applications August 19 – September 2.

Follow us for hiring updates and visit our website or job postings page to learn more about the position.

Job Postings: https://skagit-911.breezy.hr/
Website: https://skagit911.us/careers/

07/16/2026

🎆 Ever wonder what the busiest day of the year looks like at Skagit 911?

Many holidays bring an increase in calls for service, and the 4th of July was no exception!

In this recap, you'll see:
📞 Total call volume
🚨 911 call statistics
⏱️ Emergency call answer times
🤖 How ANET helped dispatchers stay available for emergencies
📊 A comparison to a typical Saturday
🙏 A thank you to many of the agencies who made this possible

We're proud of our dispatchers and all staff for their professionalism and dedication. Our dispatchers were here 24/7, answering calls, handling police and fire/EMS radio, and connecting people with the help they needed.

Thank you first responders and partner agencies for everything they do to serve our community.

Thank you to our community for celebrating responsibly and helping keep 911 available for those who needed it most. We appreciate your partnership in keeping Skagit County safe.

🎥 Check out our July 4th recap below!

For those who may prefer to look at the information rather than watch it in video/reel form, you can view it here on our website: https://skagit911.us/breaking-down-july-4th-2026/

07/16/2026

There’s concern that lightning may spark wildfires. Please help do your part by reducing sparks and calling 911 if you see fires start. A red flag warning is in place for Thursday’s weather pattern for portions of the Olympic Mountains, the North Cascades and the Central Cascades along with the Columbia Basin and portions of Benton, Franklin, Grant, Klickitat, Skamania, Walla Walla, Yakima, Adams, Douglas, Chelan, Kittitas and portions of Skamania, Whatcom, Skagit, Snohomish, King, Pierce, Lewis, Thurston, Grays Harbor, Mason, Jefferson and Clallam counties. A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly. Check your local forecast for particulars at weather.gov.
You can help:
* Prepare for a wildfire by maintaining your lawn and removing combustible debris from around your home.
* Clear area near your home of leaves, dead vegetation & other combustible debris to reduce sources of fuel.
* Be prepared to evacuate if a wildfire occurs by knowing your family’s evacuation plan. Tip: Plan several escape routes away from your home by car and by foot.
* When an evacuation notice is issued for a wildfire, take prompt action to maximize survival chances.
* Talk to your neighbors about Wildfire Safety. Plan how the neighborhood could work together before and after a wildfire.
* Learn more about our state’s evacuation levels: https://mil.wa.gov/wildfire

07/05/2026

07/05/2026

07/05/2026

City of Burlington fireworks info via Burlington PD

🎆 Celebrate Safely This Fourth of July 🎆

A reminder to our community that all fireworks are prohibited within the City of Burlington under municipal code.

Fireworks have been banned in Burlington since 2004, and no fireworks are sold within city limits. Possessing or using fireworks may result in penalties of up to a $1,000 fine and/or up to 90 days in jail (BMC 9.72.140).

In addition, “sky lanterns” are also prohibited and may not be possessed or launched within the city.

We encourage everyone to enjoy the holiday safely, be considerate of neighbors and pets, and choose safe, legal ways to celebrate.

07/04/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BfKGAGNnE/?mibextid=wwXIfr

I mean, who am I to argue with research? 🤷

As we head into the 4th of July Weekend, it is critical that we all do our part to not set the state on fire. You all are already incredibly interesting and attractive (yes, I am talking to YOU), but here are some things you can do to be even MORE interesting and MORE attractive:

-Check your local fire restrictions before any kind of fire enters the equation. Yes, this means recreational fires, debris burns, etc.

-If you are having any kind of fire, make sure to drown, stir, and feel the fire after you are done to be sure it is cool to the touch and safe to leave. You are the hot one, NOT THE FIRE.

-Towing a trailer or a boat? Check and be sure those chains are not dragging, as they can send sparks off the roadway and into dry brush.

-The hottest people never park in long, dry grass, researchers also told me this.

-Leave the fireworks to the professionals. Many communities across the state are putting on great (and safe) shows this weekend!

Now imagine how amazing we will all look and feel after a weekend of not setting the state on fire. We will be unstoppable!