Colorado brush fire caused by electrocuted birds falling to the ground

More than 40 firefighters responded to the fire, which started when a group of birds were electrocuted by power equipment, caught fire and then fell to the ground.

Stehekin reopens as crews step up Pioneer Fire containment
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The remote town of Stehekin, Washington has reopened to visitors after weekend rainfall helped firefighters make progress containing the Pioneer Fire.

Stehekin reopens as crews step up Pioneer Fire containment

The remote town of Stehekin, Washington has reopened to visitors after weekend rainfall helped firefighters make progress containing the Pioneer Fire.

North Cascades Highway reopens after mudslide closure

The North Cascades Highway has reopened after crews cleared 7,000 tons of mud and debris that covered about 100 feet of SR 20.

Level 3 Evacuations issued for wildfire near Chelan
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A Level 3 Evacuation order (GET OUT NOW) has been issued for residents southwest of Chelan due to a wildfire that is spreading fast.

Second wildfire sparks near Chelan, WA as Pioneer Fire rages on

Another wildfire has sparked in Chelan County, this time near the town of Chelan, prompting Level 2 "Be Prepared" evacuations.

Wildfire near Lake Wenatchee started by lightning strike

Alarmed residents spotted fire and smoke late Saturday night as thunderstorms rolling through the area produced a lightning strike that started a wildfire near Lake Wenatchee.

Wildfire in Olympic National Forest triples in size, posing new challenges

A wildfire roaring across Mount Jupiter near Hood Canal has tripled in size overnight, and is eating its way into Olympic National Forest.

Road 2620 Fire shuts down recreation sites near Brinnon, WA

The U.S. Forest Service announced Friday that several camping and hiking trails in Olympic National Forest are now closed due to the fire.

Wildfires burning in Europe and US
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Efforts continue in Greece to put out a fast-moving wildfire that sparked over the weekend. It is the country's worst wildfire of the year.

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.

Lahaina wildfire: 1 year later
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This week marks one year since the massive Lahaina wildfire that killed 102 people.

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.