The Town of Coupeville and unincorporated areas of Island County served by Central Whidbey Island Fire & Rescue were recently evaluated by the Washington Survey and Rating Bureau (WSRB). The WSRB determines the Protection Class Grading of communities and the protection Class Ratings of properties. Fire protection and suppression capabilities are evaluated using a schedule approved by the WA Office of the Insurance Commissioner. Protection Class Ratings range from 10 (no fire protection) to 1 (the highest possible rating). Ratings are determined by evaluating specific factors related to the Fire Department, Water Supply, Emergency Communications System, and Fire Safety (fire prevention and public education). The Protection Class improved from 5 to 4 in the Town of Coupeville and from 7 to 6 in unincorporated areas for properties within 4 miles of a fire station and 1000’ of a fire hydrant. Properties beyond 1000’ from a fire hydrant, but within 4 miles of a fire station improved from Protection Class 8 to 7. This improvement reflects a concerted and collaborative effort between CWIFR, the Town of Coupeville, Island County and the District’s water systems.