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FIRE EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS
First Call: 911 Edelweiss has NO fire-fighting equipment!
Second Call: DNR Wildfire Hotline: 1-800-562-6010
Then Call EMC:
Administrative Manager-Pitkin Thomas: (360) 305-5370
Operations Manager-Jordan Houze: (509) 705-5149
Avoid parking in high/dry grass: Catalytic converters, hot exhaust systems and tailpipes have caused many wildfires.
Do you have guests during fire season, if so, download the EMC Visitor FW Information PDF and share it with your visitors.
Red Flag Warnings: A red flag warning is NOT a notice of evacuation. It means that critical fire-related weather conditions are occurring or will occur shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity and warm temperatures contribute to extreme fire behavior which might lead to an evacuation. During red flag events, the Okanogan County Electric Co-op (OCEC) may cut power to Edelweiss, and they will reinstate power only after a manual inspection of their power network, so power outages should be expected and can last longer than usual.
Evacuation Levels in Okanogan County
LEVEL 1: ADVISORY: Residents are warned that current or projected threats from hazards associated with the approaching fire(s)/flood(s)/ are present.
LEVEL 2: BE READY: Conditions indicate a strong possibility that hazards associated with the approaching fire(s)/flood(s) will severely limit the ability of emergency crews to provide emergency service protection.
YOU MUST BE PREPARED TO LEAVE AT MOMENT’S NOTICE. THIS MAY BE THE ONLY NOTICE YOU RECEIVE. Be aware of your surroundings and take appropriate actions and supplies.
LEVEL 3: IMMEDIATE EVACUATION: Current conditions present specific and immediate threat(s) to the life and safety of persons within the Level 3 Evacuation area. Conditions indicate that the hazards associated with the incident will severely limit the ability of emergency crews to provide emergency service protection.
During a severe fire season, be prepared to evacuate with a ‘go bag’ and other supplies until the fire season has resolved. Also, be sure to prepare your home and property accordingly should you unexpectedly need to evacuate, or be away from your home for extended periods of time during the fire season.