Wildfire breaks out near Cle Elum, evacuation orders in place
Wildfire season starts early in WA
Washington officials said the landscapes are dangerously dry, which has increased fire risks earlier in the season than usual.
CLE ELUM, Wash. - Firefighters continue to battle a wildfire burning near Cle Elum that prompted evacuation notices for people living in the area.
What we know:
As of Tuesday afternoon, the Red Bridge Fire was estimated to be around 44 acres. It's burning about 7 miles east of Cle Elum, and is 0% contained.
The fire was previously estimated at 200 acres but has since been revised.
People living on Wiehl Road, Arrowleaf Lane, Loping Lane, Nordic Lane and Pine Duff Drive are under Level 3 evacuations, meaning leave the area immediately.
Level 2 evacuations, meaning be ready to leave, are in effect for people living south of Red Bridge Road to State Route 970, and west of Teanaway Road.
Red Bridge Fire evacuations map (Red: Level 3, Yellow: Level 2)
At least two structures were destroyed. Multiple ground and air resources are responding to the fire.
The public is asked to clear the area for emergency traffic.
What we don't know:
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
The Source: Information in this story came from the Washington State Department of Natural Resources and Kittitas County Sheriff's Office.
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