Pierce County, WA firefighters prepare for wildfire season
A Stage 1 burn ban is in effect for Pierce County as regional forecasts predict record temperatures that are expected to rapidly dry out local vegetation.
A Stage 1 burn ban is in effect for Pierce County as regional forecasts predict record temperatures that are expected to rapidly dry out local vegetation.
Firefighters prepare for wildfires amid record heat
With record temperatures forecast for Washington state, the hot weather is sure to dry out plans and grass, increasing the risk for potential wildfires.
With record temperatures forecast for Washington state, the hot weather is sure to dry out plans and grass, increasing the risk for potential wildfires.
Judge caps attorneys’ legal fees in Maui wildfire settlement
A Maui judge has significantly reduced the legal fees related to the $4.03 billion Maui wildfire settlement, awarding victims’ lawyers a fraction of the $1 billion they had sought.
A Maui judge has significantly reduced the legal fees related to the $4.03 billion Maui wildfire settlement, awarding victims’ lawyers a fraction of the $1 billion they had sought.
Burn ban in effect in unincorporated Pierce County, WA
A burn ban is in effect for people who live in unincorporated Pierce County and Gig Harbor, Washington as the threat of wildfire season looms.
A burn ban is in effect for people who live in unincorporated Pierce County and Gig Harbor, Washington as the threat of wildfire season looms.
What to know about the southern WA 'Country Meadows' wildfire prompting evacuations
Residents in the Kennewick area of southern Washington were on notice after a nearby wildfire burned about 1,700 acres over Memorial Day weekend.
Residents in the Kennewick area of southern Washington were on notice after a nearby wildfire burned about 1,700 acres over Memorial Day weekend.
Severe wildfire season expected in Pacific Northwest
AccuWeather predicts a severe wildfire season for the Pacific Northwest due to above-average temperatures and drought, while local fire departments simultaneously face delayed federal defense grants.
AccuWeather predicts a severe wildfire season for the Pacific Northwest due to above-average temperatures and drought, while local fire departments simultaneously face delayed federal defense grants.
SR-12 reopens in Grant County, WA after brush fire
A brush fire in Grant County, Washington appears to be dying down after it ignited Sunday night.
A brush fire in Grant County, Washington appears to be dying down after it ignited Sunday night.
Fire restrictions begin in Washington state
A fire management specialist with the U.S. Wildland Fire Service details early fire season restrictions in Washington and explains how to create defensible space to protect your homes.
A fire management specialist with the U.S. Wildland Fire Service details early fire season restrictions in Washington and explains how to create defensible space to protect your homes.
Washington's wildfire season kicks off significantly early
The Libby Creek Fire was contained after burning 125 acres in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, marking Washington's first notable wildfire of the 2026 fire season.
The Libby Creek Fire was contained after burning 125 acres in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, marking Washington's first notable wildfire of the 2026 fire season.
WA's first wildfire of the season now 100% contained
Washington's first wildfire of 2026 fire season sparked in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest on Thursday. Friday morning, the fire is now 100% contained.
Washington's first wildfire of 2026 fire season sparked in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest on Thursday. Friday morning, the fire is now 100% contained.
Libby Creek Fire sparks early start to WA wildfire season
The Libby Creek Fire burning in central Washington burned 125 acres as of Thursday, marking an early start to the state's wildfire season.
The Libby Creek Fire burning in central Washington burned 125 acres as of Thursday, marking an early start to the state's wildfire season.
WA's first wildfire of the season in Okanogan-Wenatchee Forest now 100% contained
The Libby Creek Fire in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest marks an early start to Washington's 2026 wildfire season.
The Libby Creek Fire in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest marks an early start to Washington's 2026 wildfire season.
Meet the ‘fuel mitigation specialists’ protecting Pierce County from wildfires
As Washington ramps up preparations for wildfire season, Central Pierce Fire & Rescue is deploying a team of "fuel mitigation specialists" to eat up thick vegetation so it doesn't burn up!
As Washington ramps up preparations for wildfire season, Central Pierce Fire & Rescue is deploying a team of "fuel mitigation specialists" to eat up thick vegetation so it doesn't burn up!
Dead Eagles: Michigan DNR investigating after possible poaching kills five birds
Five bald eagles were found in Michigan's Upper Peninsula over a two-week span in April, prompting concerns of poaching from wildlife managers.
Five bald eagles were found in Michigan's Upper Peninsula over a two-week span in April, prompting concerns of poaching from wildlife managers.
A Super El Niño may be coming — what it could mean for WA
There are growing signals that the Pacific Ocean is shifting toward an El Niño pattern, and possibly a strong one. While this climate phenomenon originates thousands of miles away, its ripple effects could have real consequences for the Pacific Northwest, especially as we head toward wildfire season.
There are growing signals that the Pacific Ocean is shifting toward an El Niño pattern, and possibly a strong one. While this climate phenomenon originates thousands of miles away, its ripple effects could have real consequences for the Pacific Northwest, especially as we head toward wildfire season.
Low snowpack raises Washington wildfire risk concerns
Low snowpack in Washington is raising early concerns about drought and a potentially severe wildfire season.
Low snowpack in Washington is raising early concerns about drought and a potentially severe wildfire season.
Wildfire smoke pollution linked to more than 24K deaths a year, study finds
Chronic exposure to pollution from wildfires has been linked to tens of thousands of deaths annually in the United States, according to a new study.
Chronic exposure to pollution from wildfires has been linked to tens of thousands of deaths annually in the United States, according to a new study.
How minimal snowpack will impact WA wildfire season
A solid snowpack is one of many factors that play a role in wildfire activity this summer, something we haven't seen much of yet.
A solid snowpack is one of many factors that play a role in wildfire activity this summer, something we haven't seen much of yet.
Snowpack impact on wildfire season
FOX 13 Seattle Meteorologist Abby Acone breaks down the snowpack impact on the upcoming wildfire season.
FOX 13 Seattle Meteorologist Abby Acone breaks down the snowpack impact on the upcoming wildfire season.
California wildfires: A look back 1 year later
It's been exactly one year since two major wildfires broke out just hours apart on opposite sides of Los Angeles County, killing 31 people and destroying more than 16,000 buildings.
It's been exactly one year since two major wildfires broke out just hours apart on opposite sides of Los Angeles County, killing 31 people and destroying more than 16,000 buildings.