‘Road 2620 Fire’ near Hood Canal, WA prompts statewide mobilization
Mt. Jupiter is burning, with smoke spreading through the Olympic National Forest and down to the banks of Hood Canal.
North Cascades Highway closure extended, conditions worse than expected
State Route 20/North Cascades Highway will remain closed after construction crews say they have found worse conditions than previously expected.
Rainfall triggers mudslide on SR-20 within Easy Fire closure
Crews are working to clear a stretch of roadway in the North Cascades after Sunday's rainfall triggered a mudslide.
Noticeably cooler and cloudier weather in store for Seattle all week
For those eager for cooler weather: you'll be thrilled to see our latest seven day forecast in Seattle. Highs will remain in the 70s all week.
Smokey Bear turns 80: Here's how the fictional face of fire prevention was born
Smokey Bear, the fictional face of forest fire prevention, is celebrating 80 years. It's the longest running and most successful advertising campaign in American history.
Pioneer Fire near Chelan, WA threatens structures amid dangerous conditions
Firefighters used control lines to successfully hold the Pioneer Fire as it came within 100 feet of structures in Stehekin.
Symbol of resilience: Lahaina's historic banyan tree thrives a year after deadly wildfire
In Maui's town of Lahaina, hope is emerging as the community recovers from last year's devastating wildfire. The 151-year-old banyan tree on Front Street, heavily scorched by the flames, is now showing signs of revival.
Pioneer Fire now a quarter-mile from Stehekin, Level 3 Evacuations in place
The Pioneer Fire burning in Chelan County is now a quarter-mile from the town of Stehekin, according to fire officials.
Lake Ballinger brush fire out after rapid firefighting
Firefighters quickly put out a brush fire near lake Ballinger, with the use of two boats, hand tools, and a floating water pump.
Gov. Inslee issues emergency proclamation in response to WA wildfires
Washington Governor Jay Inslee has issued an emergency proclamation in an effort to get wildfire firefighters the supplies they need quicker.
Pioneer Fire near Chelan, WA prompts Level 3 (Go Now) evacuations
As the Pioneer Fire continues to burn across 33,277 acres northwest of Chelan, Washington, officials have put into place mandatory evacuations for some residents in the Stehekin Valley.