Wildfire experts teach King County, WA residents how to protect their homes
As the heat intensifies in western Washington, so does the threat of wildfires. The risk is even higher for communities in east King County in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains.
Assessing homes for wildfire risk in East King County
As temperatures rise, so does the risk of wildfires, and communities in East King County are at an even higher risk. Fox 13 Reporter Franque Thompson has more information on the one person behind important mitigation work.
Wildfire update and fire threat: Belgian fire and Bear Gulch fire
We're tracking several wildfires and brushfires throughout our area. The Belgian Fire has a level one 'be ready' evacuation notice, the Bear Gulch fire is 18% contained 10 days after it originally sparked. Fox 13 meteorologist Ilona McCauley joins to break down todays fire threat.
WA Wildfire update: Brinnon, Bear Gulch and Greenacres continue to burn
The Brinnon fire has caused level three 'Go Now' evacuation orders, the Bear Gulch fire is 18% contained and the Green Acres fire has a level one 'Get Ready' evacuation order.
Historic lodge on the Grand Canyon's North Rim has been destroyed by wildfire, park official says
The Grand Canyon Lodge, the only lodging inside the park at the North Rim, was consumed by the flames, park Superintendent Ed Keable told park residents, staff and others in a meeting Sunday morning.
Fire in Jefferson County prompts Level 3 evacuations
A structure fire in Washington's Jefferson County has spread to nearby vegetation, prompting evacuations for people living near Brinnon.
Out-of-control wildfires burning across western US
Firefighters in Arizona are reporting little to no containment on a wildfire burning through the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, one of several out-of-control wildfires burning across the western United States.
Fire near Brinnon, WA fully contained
A structure fire that spread to nearby vegetation in Brinnon has been fully contained.
Greenacres Fire near Omak, WA reaches 550 acres, evacuations downgraded
A wildfire that ignited near Omak, Washington, grew to 550 acres and threatened homes – forcing evacuations that have since been downgraded.
Tracking smoke impacts from Canada, WA wildfires
As we head into a sizzling week across Washington, we look at smoke conditions and air quality across the state impacted by wildfire smoke.
Wildfires burning in Washington: Tuesday update
FOX 13 Seattle is tracking multiple wildfires across Washington state, the latest being the Greenacres Fire burning near Omak. Concerns are growing over the state's wildfire season. Joining us to discuss what to expect is Washington Wildland Fire Meteorologist Matthew Dehr.
Watch: Huge 'firenado' swirls over Utah wildfire
The Deer Creek Fire has grown to over 11,000 acres as of July 14.
Multiple large wildfires burning in Washington state
Four wildfires are burning across Washington state, with the Bear Gulch, Hope and Western Pines fires having burned nearly 17,000 acres so far.
Western Pines Fire in eastern WA holds steady, evacuation orders in place
Fire crews are managing to hold back a wildfire that sparked Wednesday afternoon in eastern Washington. The size of the blaze has decreased slightly, however containment remains at 0%.
Hope Fire in northeast WA surpasses 7,000 acres, Level 3 evacuations remain in place
The Hope Fire, burning in Stevens County, surpassed 7,000 acres on Monday, and dry, gusty winds in the forecast threaten to drive further growth.
Evacuation levels reduced for Toonerville Fire near Belfair, WA
Evacuation levels have again been reduced for the Toonerville Fire in Mason County, but residents are advised to stay alert.
3 wildfires in WA total 6,300 acres in size
FOX 13 is tracking three active wildfires burning across Washington state. Here is an update for Tuesday, July 8.
California firefighters rescue 8 puppies from blaze
Firefighters found "eight little pups" hiding in a den as they extinguished a brush fire in Southern California this week.
Barstow Road Fire burns 2,000 acres in southeast WA
Crews are battling the Barstow Road Fire, a wildfire that sparked Sunday evening in Walla Walla County.
Wildfire prompts evacuations near Ellensburg, WA
A wildfire near Colockum Road in Kittitas County has led to evacuation orders, with fire crews and air resources battling the more than fire.