Hawaii wildfires: 36 dead, planes from Maui land in WA
Good Day Seattle has team coverage on the deadly wildfires burning through Hawaii. At least 36 people have died, and now people who were on vacation are flying back to the continental U.S. -- planes are beginning to land in Seattle.
Good Day Seattle has team coverage on the deadly wildfires burning through Hawaii. At least 36 people have died, and now people who were on vacation are flying back to the continental U.S. -- planes are beginning to land in Seattle.
At least 36 dead, dozens hurt in Maui fires
Thousands of Hawaii residents raced to escape homes on Maui as blazes swept across the island, destroying parts of a centuries-old town and killing at least 36 people in one of the deadliest U.S. wildfires in recent years.
Thousands of Hawaii residents raced to escape homes on Maui as blazes swept across the island, destroying parts of a centuries-old town and killing at least 36 people in one of the deadliest U.S. wildfires in recent years.
Maui wildfires: People in Hawaii jump into ocean to escape; historic Lahaina town burning
Wildfires in Hawaii fanned by strong winds burned multiple structures in areas including historic Lahaina town, forcing evacuations and closing schools in several communities Wednesday, and rescuers pulled a dozen people escaping smoke and flames from the ocean.
Wildfires in Hawaii fanned by strong winds burned multiple structures in areas including historic Lahaina town, forcing evacuations and closing schools in several communities Wednesday, and rescuers pulled a dozen people escaping smoke and flames from the ocean.
Maui fires: Drone video shows intense flames burning in Hawaii
Multiple wildfires are burning across parts of the Hawaiian island of Maui. Drone video shows the intense wall of flames from fires burning in Kihei. The fires have forced people to evacuate homes and businesses. (Video credit: Clint Hansen/Maui Real Estate Radio via FOX)
Multiple wildfires are burning across parts of the Hawaiian island of Maui. Drone video shows the intense wall of flames from fires burning in Kihei. The fires have forced people to evacuate homes and businesses. (Video credit: Clint Hansen/Maui Real Estate Radio via FOX)
Wildfires force evacuation in Hawaii
We just received new video of the wildfires burning in Hawaii. This drone video shows the intense wall of flames in Kihei.
We just received new video of the wildfires burning in Hawaii. This drone video shows the intense wall of flames in Kihei.
Damaging fires fanned by strong winds in Maui, Hawaii
Maui officials say wildfire in historic Lahaina town has burned parts of one of the most popular tourist areas in Hawaii. County of Maui spokesperson Mahina Martin said in a phone interview early Wednesday says fire was widespread in Lahaina, including Front Street, an area of the town popular with tourists. (Video credit: County of Maui via Storyful)
Maui officials say wildfire in historic Lahaina town has burned parts of one of the most popular tourist areas in Hawaii. County of Maui spokesperson Mahina Martin said in a phone interview early Wednesday says fire was widespread in Lahaina, including Front Street, an area of the town popular with tourists. (Video credit: County of Maui via Storyful)
Sourdough Fire, Eagle Bluff Fire updates
We're tracking new information on the wildfires burning in Western Washington this morning. The Sourdough Fire near Diablo Lake is still at 0% containment, and the Eagle Bluff Fire in Okanogan County is nearly under control at 80% containment.
We're tracking new information on the wildfires burning in Western Washington this morning. The Sourdough Fire near Diablo Lake is still at 0% containment, and the Eagle Bluff Fire in Okanogan County is nearly under control at 80% containment.
Officials say winds 'dramatically' shifted, causing fatal fire at Lakewood mobile home park
Victims of the fast-moving brush fire at Jamestown Estates in Lakewood are continuing to pick up the pieces of their lives, little by little.
Victims of the fast-moving brush fire at Jamestown Estates in Lakewood are continuing to pick up the pieces of their lives, little by little.
Fighting fire with fire: Prescribed burns to offset wildfire dangers down the line
Washington is facing a forest health crisis. As a whole, the state’s 20-year forest plan calls for specialized treatments – including prescribed burns – on roughly 1.25 million acres of forest lands.
Washington is facing a forest health crisis. As a whole, the state’s 20-year forest plan calls for specialized treatments – including prescribed burns – on roughly 1.25 million acres of forest lands.
Forest Service firefighter killed in Oregon
A Forest Service firefighter was killed in a crash while on the job near Powers, Oregon.
A Forest Service firefighter was killed in a crash while on the job near Powers, Oregon.
Wildfires growing in Western Washington
The Sourdough Fire has grown to 534 acres as of Saturday morning, but some progress has been made on the Eagle Bluff Fire - now 45% contained.
The Sourdough Fire has grown to 534 acres as of Saturday morning, but some progress has been made on the Eagle Bluff Fire - now 45% contained.
Wildfires ignite across Washington state
We're tracking two major wildfires sparking up in Washington state; the Eagle Bluff Fire and the West Hallet Fire.
We're tracking two major wildfires sparking up in Washington state; the Eagle Bluff Fire and the West Hallet Fire.
Numerous fire levies on WA ballot
It's election day all over Washington state, today is the last chance to turn ballots in for the August Primary Election. Some communities are also deciding on crucial fire levies today. Fire departments say they need more funding to keep up, are asking voters to approve higher taxes.
It's election day all over Washington state, today is the last chance to turn ballots in for the August Primary Election. Some communities are also deciding on crucial fire levies today. Fire departments say they need more funding to keep up, are asking voters to approve higher taxes.
Eagle Bluff Fire burns 10,000 acres along U.S.-Canada border, 0% contained
The Eagle Bluff Fire burning in Okanogan County has swelled to 10,000 acres and has crossed the U.S.-Canadian border.
The Eagle Bluff Fire burning in Okanogan County has swelled to 10,000 acres and has crossed the U.S.-Canadian border.
Preparing for peak wildfire season in Washington
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources says drought conditions has contributed to the size of the Newell Road Fire burning near Goldendale. They say we are now entering the peak of wildfire season.
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources says drought conditions has contributed to the size of the Newell Road Fire burning near Goldendale. They say we are now entering the peak of wildfire season.
Newell Road Fire near Goldendale 100% contained, burned 60,551 acres
Fire crews have finally contained the Newell Road Fire, which burned more than 60,000 acres about 17 miles east of Goldendale.
Fire crews have finally contained the Newell Road Fire, which burned more than 60,000 acres about 17 miles east of Goldendale.
Outdoor recreational fire ban issued in Kitsap County
Under a Stage 2 burn ban, all recreational burning in the open is prohibited. This includes beach fires, bonfire pits in yards or camping areas or any other outdoor spot for fires or fireplaces.
Under a Stage 2 burn ban, all recreational burning in the open is prohibited. This includes beach fires, bonfire pits in yards or camping areas or any other outdoor spot for fires or fireplaces.
McEwan Fire burns 232 acres, 85% contained in Shelton
The Mason County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) reduced evacuation orders to Level 1 (Be Ready) this week after a fire broke out near a Shelton neighborhood on July 4th.
The Mason County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) reduced evacuation orders to Level 1 (Be Ready) this week after a fire broke out near a Shelton neighborhood on July 4th.
Level 3 'Go Now' wildfire evacuations issued in Grant & Douglas Counties; 2,400 acres burning
The Grant County and Douglas County Sheriff's Offices are urging certain residents to "go now" due to the Baird Springs Fire burning nearby. The fire is burning approximately 2,400 acres, most of which are in Grant County.
The Grant County and Douglas County Sheriff's Offices are urging certain residents to "go now" due to the Baird Springs Fire burning nearby. The fire is burning approximately 2,400 acres, most of which are in Grant County.
Washington state wildfire update
Dozens of wildfires are currently burning across Washington including the Grays Harbor and Mason county fires.
Dozens of wildfires are currently burning across Washington including the Grays Harbor and Mason county fires.