DNR Surplus Engine Program

WA Department of Natural Resources · Washington fire districts in wildfire-prone areas with median income below the state average

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In-kindsurplus DNR wildland engines (about 11 available in 2026)2026 calendar: engine descriptions posted Sep 25; applications Oct 1 - 31, 2026; selections Nov 15; districts notified from Dec 1, 2026Deadline / status

Who's eligible

Fire districts

About this program

Under RCW 76.04.135(4), DNR transfers ownership of surplus wildland fire engines to lower-income Washington fire districts in wildfire-prone areas through an annual fall request window.

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