Wildfire Information
Wildfire risk is increasing in western Washington due to environmental and human factors:
Increasing air temperature
Decreasing summer rain
Earlier snowmelt
Residential encroachment into forested areas with high wildfire risk
It all adds up to a higher potential for ignition, and drier fuels and forests that are more receptive to ignition and spread of wildfire.
Skagit Conservation District has been working with landowners on wildfire preparedness since 2005. We have the knowledge and resources to help homeowners and communities understand their wildfire risk and feel empowered to take preparedness actions.
Questions? Contact Jenny Coe, SCD’s Community Wildfire Resilience Coordinator at jcoe@whatcomcd.org or 360-526-2381 x106
2020 Skagit CD Wildfire Resilience Report
2019 Skagit CD Wildfire Resilience Report
