Gov. Jay Inslee signed an emergency proclamation Tuesday for all 39 counties to ensure immediate response of firefighting resources to protect people, homes, businesses and property from the threat of wildfire.
“Catastrophic fires are burning up and down the West Coast, putting a strain on our firefighting resources,” Inslee said. “This proclamation ensures resources are ready to go at a moment’s notice to help protect our communities from another unprecedented fire season.”
Dangerous fire fuel and weather conditions exist throughout the state. The proclamation allows for assistance from the Washington National Guard, which routinely trains and certifies soldiers and airmen to fight wildfires.