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Type 2 Burn Ban starts at 4 p.m. July 18, 2025

The Island County Sheriff’s Office has put a Type 2 burn ban in place restricting all outdoor burning in Island County. The Type 2 burn ban begins at 4 p.m. Friday, July 18. Call 911 to report burn ban violations to the Island County Sheriff’s Office. During a Type 2 Burn Ban, you CANNOT: Use propane-fueled … Read more

Camano Fire seeking contractor quotes for construction of temporary quarters at Mabana fire station

Camano Fire is seeking quotes for the construction of temporary sleeping quarters inside the Mabana fire station from interested contractors. UPDATE: Camano Fire will issue an addendum on Thursday, July 17, to answer questions regarding the scope of work. Please submit any questions to emailed to Maintenance Manager Jay Jacks – jjacks@camanofire.com – by noon … Read more

Aaron Fields selected as new Assistant Chief for Camano Fire

June 18, 2025 “I’m most comfortable when I’m working.” That statement – from Camano Fire’s next Assistant Chief – is an apt reflection of how Aaron Fields has approached his career in the fire service. Fields is a 25-year veteran of Seattle Fire and well-known in the fire industry as the founder of Nozzle Forward. … Read more

Now hiring: Full-time Firefighter/Paramedics

April 30, 2025 Calling all paramedics: Apply today for a fantastic full-time position with Camano Fire. More than 68 percent of our 2,400 annual calls are medical, giving you plenty of chances to put your paramedic skills to use. We’re hiring full-time experienced firefighter/Paramedics for open positions and a standing list. Candidates must apply through … Read more

Now hiring: Full-time Firefighter/EMTs

April 16, 2025 Take advantage of your chance to work for Camano Fire. We’re hiring full-time experienced firefighter/EMTs for open positions and a standing list. Candidates must apply through the National Testing Network and submit all application materials by 5 p.m. Friday, May 16, 2025. Experienced candidates have at least one year of experience and … Read more

Camano Fire hiring for next Assistant Fire Chief

March 19, 2025 With the promotion of Assistant Chief Jason Allen to the role of Fire Chie, Camano Fire is looking for its next Assistant Fire Chief. The ideal candidate will be an experienced, visionary fire service professional with exceptional leadership skills and a deep knowledge of fire service and EMS operations. The Assistant Chief … Read more

Pro/Con volunteers sought for EMS levy renewal measure

The Board of Fire Commissioners for Camano Fire recently approved a resolution to place an EMS levy renewal measure on the on the Aug. 5, 2025, primary election ballot. If approved by voters, the levy renewal would fund additional EMS personnel to improve response times and new, lifesaving medical equipment like an automated CPR device … Read more

Allen formally sworn in as Camano Fire’s sixth fire chief 

In his 29 years with Camano Island Fire & Rescue, Jason Allen has served in nearly every agency role possible.

In 1999, he became one of the first three career firefighters hired by the district.

On March 12, in front of a room filled with friends, family, and fellow firefighters, Allen was officially sworn in as the district’s sixth fire chief – and the first chief promoted from within the department.