First wildfire of 2026 reported in Central Washington

The Libby Creek Fire sparked the start of Washington's 2026 wildfire season. The burn is 60% contained and covering 125 acres ...

New burn bans and Trump's battle with immigration and DEI are impacting forest fires

Firefighters say setting fires on purpose is one of the best  ways to protect against massive wildfires later. But the Trump ...
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Serial arsonist gets 20 years for Eastern Washington wildfires

A Selah man was sentenced to 20 years for setting multiple wildfires across Eastern Washington, according to a release by ...

See where wildfire smoke in Washington state is expected to drift tonight, Aug. 14

Smoke from the Bear Gulch Fire in Western Washington has been making its way across the state. See the forecast for Aug. 14 ...
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Pavilion destroyed after early morning fire at Washington park

A picnic structure at a park north of Battle Ground was destroyed after a fire early Tuesday morning.

Washington DNR gives briefing on upcoming wildfire season, preparedness, and safety

Washington is rapidly approaching wildfire season, and on Wednesday the state Department of Natural Resources is holding its ...
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Nike Fire burning 3,000+ acres near Mattawa, 70% contained

The Nike Fire in Grant County, caused by human activity, is now over 3,000 acres and has reached 70 percent containment, with ...
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Washington fire officials warn of early wildfire risk amid low snowpack

WASHINGTON — Fire officials in Washington are urging folks to take preventative measures for when fire season starts. It may be only spring, but wildfire season is already on the minds of officials ...