This site is a community resource, owned and independently maintained by WAASI, Inc., dedicated to keeping Pend Oreille County residents informed and connected. Since 2004, WAASI has developed, maintained, and hosted the website as part of a collaborative community effort with the Pend Oreille Fire Chiefs Association. After the Association ceased operating, WAASI continued to operate the site independently as Pend Oreille County Fire.
Today, as it has for years, the site provides a central, independent source of information about the fire and emergency service organizations serving Pend Oreille County.
This site is a community resource, owned and independently maintained by WAASI, Inc., dedicated to keeping Pend Oreille County residents informed and connected. Since 2004, WAASI has developed, maintained, and hosted the website as part of a collaborative community effort with the Pend Oreille Fire Chiefs Association. After the Association ceased operating, WAASI continued to operate the site independently as Pend Oreille County Fire.Your Community Resource for Fire and EMS Information in Pend Oreille County, Washington
Pend Oreille County Fire helps residents, visitors, and property owners find reliable information about local fire districts, fire departments, emergency medical services (EMS), wildfire preparedness, outdoor burning regulations, and fire safety throughout Pend Oreille County, Washington.
The website brings together information from local fire districts, regional emergency response agencies, and Washington State wildfire prevention resources in one convenient location.
Whether you live in Newport, Diamond Lake, Sacheen Lake, Elk, Cusick, Usk, Ione, Metaline, Metaline Falls, Davis Lake, Dalkena, Locke, Ruby, or another community in Pend Oreille County, this site can help you find your local fire district, locate fire department contact information, learn about wildfire preparedness, and access important fire safety and outdoor burning resources.
Fire Districts Serving Pend Oreille County
Pend Oreille County is served by multiple fire protection districts and emergency response agencies that provide fire suppression, emergency medical services, rescue operations, and public safety education throughout the county.
This website provides information and contact details for:
- South Pend Oreille Fire & Rescue
- Pend Oreille County Fire District 2/4
- Pend Oreille County Fire District 5
- Kalispel Tribal Public Safety Department
Residents can quickly locate the district serving their community and find agency contact information from a single location.
Wildfire Preparedness and Prevention
Wildfire is one of the most significant natural hazards facing Pend Oreille County. With thousands of acres of forestland, rural residential properties, and recreational areas, residents are encouraged to take steps to reduce wildfire risk before fire season begins.
The website provides educational resources covering:
- Wildfire preparedness
- Defensible space around homes
- Fire-resistant landscaping
- Outdoor burning regulations
- Fire danger levels
- Emergency preparedness
- Evacuation readiness
These resources help residents better understand how to protect their families, homes, livestock, and property during wildfire season.
Fire Safety Education for Families
Fire prevention begins at home. Pend Oreille County Fire provides links to trusted fire safety education resources for adults and children, including information about:
- Home fire prevention
- Smoke alarm safety
- Escape planning
- Fire safety for children
- Seasonal fire hazards
- Wildfire prevention education
The goal is to support safer homes and stronger communities throughout Pend Oreille County.
Outdoor Burning Information
Burning regulations can change throughout the year based on weather conditions and wildfire risk.
Residents can use this website to access information about:
- Outdoor debris burning
- Burn restrictions
- Fire danger ratings
- Washington Department of Natural Resources regulations
- Industrial Fire Precaution Levels (IFPLs)
Always verify current restrictions before conducting outdoor burning activities.
Why This Website Exists
Pend Oreille County covers a large geographic area with multiple fire districts and emergency response agencies. Finding accurate information can sometimes be difficult, especially during wildfire season or emergency situations.
Pend Oreille County Fire was created to serve as a centralized information source that helps residents:
- Find local fire district information
- Access emergency preparedness resources
- Learn about wildfire prevention
- Locate fire safety education materials
- Stay informed about burning regulations
- Better understand fire and EMS services throughout the county
The website also serves as a useful reference for agencies, researchers, media organizations, and emergency management professionals seeking information about fire protection services in Pend Oreille County.