Wildfire update: new evacuation orders and DNR land close in Eastern Washington
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DNR land now closed in Eastern Washington due to high wildfire danger. New evacuation orders in in Grant County due to Northrup fire spread and campfire ban in Olympic National Park.

Buck moon: When to see July 2021’s full moon and why it may look red

The buck moon may glow reddish-orange this week because of smoke particles traveling from the 13 fires raging across the western United States. Here’s how you can view this month’s full moon.

Video shows firefighters racing through flames of Tamarack Fire to save homes

Firefighters go above the call of duty to protect the communities they serve, courageously putting their lives on the line. And sometimes their heroic acts are captured on video.

Wildfires in Washington continue
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FEMA has given $800,000 to help with efforts against the Cedar Creek fire which is at 11% containment.

As western wildfire smoke spreads across America, who's at risk?

Smoke from wildfires in the western U.S. and Canada is blanketing much of the continent. Here’s a look at why and how dangerous it is.

Eight major fires burning in Washington State
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All Department of Natural Resources public and recreational access and will be closed starting Friday

All DNR lands in Eastern Washington to close due 'extreme wildfire danger'

State authorities said Tuesday the Department of Natural Resources would temporarily close all recreation and public access to DNR-managed lands in eastern Washington due to the extreme fire danger.

Extreme weather fuels Oregon wildfires; outside help sought

The threat of thunderstorms and lightning has prompted officials in fire-ravaged Oregon to ask for help from outside the Pacific Northwest to prepare for additional blazes.

Size of Oregon wildfire underscores vastness of the US West

The monstrous wildfire burning in Oregon has grown to a third the size of Rhode Island and spreads miles each day, but evacuations and property losses have been minimal compared with much smaller blazes in densely populated areas of California.

PG&E says its equipment may be linked to massive Dixie Fire

Pacific Gas & Electric equipment may have been involved in the start of the big Dixie Fire burning in the Sierra Nevada, the nation's largest utility reported to California regulators.

Huge Oregon blaze grows as wildfires burn across western US

The largest wildfire in the U.S. torched more dry forest landscape in Oregon on Sunday, one of dozens of major blazes burning across the West as critically dangerous fire weather loomed in the coming days.

Bootleg Fire larger than NYC, needs 'Mother Nature’s help' to be stopped

The largest wildfire burning in the country isn’t expected to be fully contained unless a “season-ending weather event,” such as significant rain or snow, lends a helping hand.

Red Apple Fire more than 50% contained, some evacuations downgraded

Firefighters made progress fighting the Red Apple Fire burning in Chelan County Saturday, keeping it at more than 50% contained now.

Investigators: Red Apple Fire was started by humans

The Chelan County Sheriff's Office has determined that the Red Apple Fire burning in Wenatchee was caused by humans.

Chuweah Creek Fire burns over 37,000 acres

The lightning-caused wildfires burning south and east of Nespelem continue to grow as crews gain the upper hand in one area but struggle in others. 

Erratic Bootleg Fire in Oregon expands, destroys dozens of homes

A wildfire in southeastern Oregon is spreading miles each day as firefighters struggle to control the raging inferno.

Investigators believe Red Apple Fire was sparked by illegal burn
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Most of the Wenatchee valley evacuations have gone down to level two, and that means families are able to return. Many homeowners return, assessing the damage from the fire.