05/29/2026
This morning, Battalion Chief Mike Engle completed his final shift with the Oak Harbor Fire Department, closing an extraordinary chapter of service spanning 39 years as a firefighter, officer, chief officer, and mentor.
For nearly three decades with Oak Harbor Fire Department, Mike has led with professionalism, integrity, humility, and a genuine commitment to the people he served alongside and the community he protected. His knowledge, steady leadership, and willingness to invest in others have left a lasting impact on generations of firefighters.
Throughout his career, Mike served four communities: Washington State University Fire Department, Central Whidbey Fire & Rescue, Naval Air Station Whidbey Island Fire & Emergency Services, and Oak Harbor Fire Department. Along the way, he helped shape the fire service and made countless contributions that will continue to benefit our organization for years to come.
As Mike begins his well-earned retirement, we extend our deepest gratitude not only to him, but also to his family, whose support and sacrifices made this remarkable career possible.
Please join us in thanking Battalion Chief Mike Engle for his decades of dedicated service and wishing him all the best in retirement.
Congratulations, Chief. You’ve earned it
