Chelan Hills Fire update: US Marshals arrest multiple suspects in western WA

The U.S. Marshals Service arrested three additional suspects in Western Washington on Thursday in connection with the deadly Chelan Hills Fire.

U.S. Marshals arrest 2nd suspect in fatal Chelan Hills Fire

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office announced Thursday that a second suspect has been arrested in connection with the Chelan Hills Fire that torched 15 square miles and led to a fatality.

Here's where fires in Washington state are burning

The latest information on active and fully contained wildfires burning in Washington state.

Man accused of starting Old Trails Fire formally indicted for arson

A federal grand jury on Wednesday indicted Aaron Farinacci, 37, formally accusing him of starting the Old Trails Fire in early August, which burned over 3,000 acres and caused devastating damages to homes in the area.

Family of Chelan Hills Fire arson suspect speaks out
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The family of the 18-year-old accused of helping start the deadly Chelan Hills Fire of July 4, 2026, is speaking out against the Douglas County Sheriff's allegations.

Family of Kent, WA teen arrested in Chelan Hills Fire investigation speaks out

Some of Michael Yakimov's family and friends are speaking out after the Douglas County Sheriff named the 18-year-old as a suspect in the Chelan Hills Fire.

Report details terrifying minutes for WA firefighters battling Chelan Hills Fire

A new report details the terrifying scenes firefighters encountered while responding to the Chelan Hills Fire, destroying vehicles and injuring several.

18-year-old arrested, 5 others sought in deadly WA wildfire
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An 18-year-old has been arrested for starting the deadly Chelan Hills Fire with illegal fireworks on July 4, 2026, and five others are also sought in the investigation.

Sheriff: Kent teen arrested, 5 others sought in deadly Chelan Hills Fire
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An 18-year-old from Kent was arrested and five others are wanted for allegedly igniting the deadly Chelan Hills Fire on July 4, 2026, resulting in the death of a 69-year-old man, the destruction of over 100 structures, and multiple firefighter injuries.

Kent, WA teen arrested, 5 others sought in deadly Chelan Hills Fire

An 18-year-old from Kent was arrested for allegedly starting the Chelan Hills Fire on July 4, which destroyed several homes and killed one person.

18-year-old arrested in deadly Chelan Hills Fire
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An 18-year-old was arrested in Kent, accused of sparking the deadly Chelan Hills Fire back in July, destroying multiple homes and killing one person.

Gov. Ferguson: FEMA ends emergency period for eastern WA wildfires

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has declared an end to the emergency period for the wildfires devastating Eastern Washington.

Brush fires cause highway closure near Port Ludlow, WA

Two brush fires burned about 25 acres along Highway 104 west of the Hood Canal Bridge on Thursday, forcing an overnight closure of the highway.

Brush fire closes Highway 104 near Port Ludlow
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Firefighters are working to put out two fast-moving brush fires burning south of Port Ludlow, causing Highway 104 to close in both directions.

Spokane wildfire rebuilding costs expected to top $1B, setting WA record

Spokane wildfire rebuilding costs will exceed $1 billion, setting a Washington state record, according to the county assessor's office.

Kittitas County, WA family buys fire truck to protect business from wildfire

Many homes and businesses in Kittitas County are under evacuation notices as firefighters continue to battle the Three Queens Fire, the King Fire and the Goat Fire.

Palo Pinto County grass fire hits 10,000 acres

Firefighters in Palo Pinto County are battling a large grass fire near Highway 180 and Ross Watson Road, forcing a road closure and threatening at least one structure.

New lightning-caused Goat Fire sparks evacuations near Roslyn, WA

The Goat Fire is the latest lightning fire to spark up in Kittitas County over the weekend, prompting evacuations north of the small community of Roslyn. Two other fires are also burning in the county.