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WHITMORE FIRE UPDATENORTHWEST INCIDENT MANAGEMENT TEAM 12Incident Commander: Bobby Shindelar August 17, 2021 The Whitmore Fire is located on the Colville Reservation south of Omak Lake and west of Nespelem, WA. The Incident Command Post at Nespelem Community Center is closed to all but essential personnel to help ensure the health and safety of community members and firefighters.Temperatures will continue to trend lower today, with highs only in the 70s to mid-80s across the fire area. Winds shifted around to northerly last night and will be strong and gusty for most of the day. There is a slight chance of light showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. Operations:Due to the sustained effort by crews working this fire, containment increased to 60% and the fire did not grow at all on Monday. Yesterday, firefighters and an engine secured structures at the Mount Whitmore Lookout, mopping up the area as heat sources remained creeping and smoldering nearby. Fire crews wrapped the...

Final News Release August 17, 2021 Orient, WA - The Nine Mine Fire is located 4.5 miles south/southeast of Laurier, WA. This lightning caused fire started on Wednesday, August 4th and has a burned approximately 164 acres of forested land. As of today, the fire is 100% contained. Evacuations and Road Closures: All evacuation levels have been lifted and there are no road closures. Yesterday Firefighters scouted the previous night’s rock slide towards the west edge and extinguished unburned fuels found near the fireline. They also patrolled and worked on extinguishing the few hotspots around the remainder of the fireline. Today In addition to patrolling for hotspots, firefighters will be cleaning up left-over hose, equipment and trash. Roads used by firefighting equipment during the fire will be stabilized. The public may see smoke interior to fireline over the next few days. Northeast Incident Management Team Three will be returning control of the fire to the local North Columbia...

 Smoke Smoke conditions today are expected to be Moderate around the forecast area. Cloud cover from yesterday brought in cooler temperatures and higher humidity which moderated fire activity on all fires. Similar weather is forecasted today but with a wind shift from West to North. This has the potential to bring in smoke from fires in Canada this evening and overnight. Stronger winds are continuing to provide better air quality this morning than previous days. Regional smoke from surrounding fires may also be contributing to impacts in the forecast zone. Smoke impacts will be heavily dependent on fire activity. Health and Safety Air quality may change unexpectedly. If you begin to notice health effects from smoke, you are encouraged to follow the "actions to protect

   Cedar Creek, Cub Creek 2 and Delancy Fires Daily Update August 17, 2021   Winthrop, WA — The Cedar Creek, Cub Creek 2 and Delancy Fires are burning on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest and public and private lands within Okanogan County.   Fire Information Line: 509-557-0740 (8:00 am to 8:00 pm daily)   Cedar Creek Fire: The fire has been mapped at 54,261 acres and reached. 50% containment.   Suppression efforts will focus on expected active fire activity in the Little Bridge Creek, South Fork Wolf Creek, Hubbard Creek, Silver Star Creek, Cedar Creek, Sheep Creek, Little Boulder Creek and Gardner Meadows.  In Division Juliet mop-up of direct line from Thompson Ridge to Roads 4415 and Helispot 15 will continue.  Mop-up operations will continue in the Vasaliki Ridge area.   Night shift crews secured and held line last night.   Noticeably cooler and cloudy weather weakened the extreme fire weather conditions yesterday. Today will bring some...

 Bulldog Mountain Fire:  Yesterday firefighters observed moderate fire behavior and were successful in keeping the fire within established containment lines.  Helicopters were used early in the day to assist fire crews on the ground.  The fire was held west of FS Road 6110.  Heavy equipment were also successful constructing contingency lines in the Davis Lake and Deadman Creek areas.      Today firefighters will engage in direct fire attack in areas that are safe to do so.  Heavy equipment will be used to complete contingency lines in the Davis Lake and Deadman Creek areas.  Aircraft will be requested to assist if needed.   The Bulldog Mountain Fire started August 5. 2021, located 20 miles north of Kettle Falls. The lightning caused fire spread quickly due to low relative humidity and unseasonably dry conditions.  The fire is burning in heavy timber and slash.  The fire is currently estimated at 4625 acres with 5% containment.    Mack Mountain Fire:  The Mack...

   Cedar Creek, Cub Creek 2 and Delancy Fires Daily Update August 17, 2021   Winthrop, WA — The Cedar Creek, Cub Creek 2 and Delancy Fires are burning on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest and public and private lands within Okanogan County.   Fire Information Line: 509-557-0740 (8:00 am to 8:00 pm daily)   Cedar Creek Fire: The fire has been mapped at 54,261 acres and reached. 50% containment.   Suppression efforts will focus on expected active fire activity in the Little Bridge Creek, South Fork Wolf Creek, Hubbard Creek, Silver Star Creek, Cedar Creek, Sheep Creek, Little Boulder Creek and Gardner Meadows.  In Division Juliet mop-up of direct line from Thompson Ridge to Roads 4415 and Helispot 15 will continue.  Mop-up operations will continue in the Vasaliki Ridge area.   Night shift crews secured and held line last night.   Noticeably cooler and cloudy weather weakened the extreme fire weather conditions yesterday. Today will bring some...

  Smoke Smoke conditions today are expected to be Moderate around the forecast area. Cloud cover from yesterday brought in cooler temperatures and higher humidity which moderated fire activity on all fires. Similar weather is forecasted today but with a wind shift from West to North. This has the potential to bring in smoke from fires in Canada this evening and overnight. Stronger winds are continuing to provide better air quality this morning than previous days. Regional smoke from surrounding fires may also be contributing to impacts in the forecast zone. Smoke impacts will be heavily dependent on fire activity. Health and Safety Air quality may change unexpectedly. If you begin to notice health effects from smoke, you are encouraged to follow the "actions to protect yourself".

 Muckamuck Fire Update  August 17, 2021  Fire Information: (509) 202-4184  Email: 2021.muckamuck@firenet.gov  Start Date: August 4, 2021    Cause: Lightning    Size: 10,867 acres    Containment: 5% Location: Approximately three miles northeast of Conconully Resources Assigned:  89 personnel A virtual community meeting will be held today at 6:30 pm. To attend navigate to  https://usfs.zoomgov.com/j/1619828218   Current Situation: Yesterday the Muckamuck fire remained active. A low pressure system passing through North Central Washington brought gusty winds to the fire area. Fire ran through the crowns of trees on the ridges where the winds were the strongest and the fire spread to the east. Firefighters remained in Conconully to build on the strong work following Sunday night’s battle after the fire ran 4 ½ miles into the community. Roughly 3 miles of line were fired Monday on the southwest portion of the fire near Mineral Hill to strengthen dozer lines...

 Smoke Smoke conditions today are expected to be Moderate around the forecast area. Cloud cover from yesterday brought in cooler temperatures and higher humidity which moderated fire activity on all fires. Similar weather is forecasted today but with a wind shift from West to North. This has the potential to bring in smoke from fires in Canada this evening and overnight. Stronger winds are continuing to provide better air quality this morning than previous days. Regional smoke from surrounding fires may also be contributing to impacts in the forecast zone. Smoke impacts will be heavily dependent on fire activity. Health and Safety Air quality may change unexpectedly. If you begin to notice health effects from smoke, you are encouraged to follow the "actions to protect yourself".

For future information regarding the closure order for the Windy Pass Fire, please contact the Cle Elum Ranger District at 509-852-1100. Because of containment status, daily updates will no longer be provided, but we are aware that the area is popular with recreationers, especially during the upcoming hunting season. 

Ford-Corkscrew FireUpdate 8/16/2021The Ford Corkscrew Fire started on August 15th at approximately 1:29pm.  It is located at Ford and 16.5 miles west-southwest of Deer Park. Fire behavior has been extreme, with the fire showing crown runs and spotting over ½ of a mile.  The fire was driven by wind, quickly spreading to the northeast, burning through the community of Ford and into the Rail Canyon area.  The fire continued to move northwest towards Scoop Mountain. Yesterday, Stevens County Fire District 1, with mutual aid from Stevens County Fire Districts and Spokane County Fire Districts, along with DNR and the Spokane Tribal Agency responded to the fire.  Crews worked with numerous aircraft, from retardant drops from heavy aircraft to bucket drops from helicopters to protect structures and slow the progression of the fire.  Primary and secondary structures were lost in the Ford Community as well as in Rail Canyon. Fire behavior is expected to continue to be wind driven,...

  Schneider Springs Fire Update 330PM 8/16/2021 Level 3 GO NOW! evacuation notices have been given for all residents on SR 410 from Rock Creek road to Forest Road 1900 due to multiple spot fires crossing predefined action points for evacuation escalations. All residents are advised to evacuate out of the area. Personnel are converging on the area to begin door-to-door notifications.A shelter location will be posted

The most recent evacuation notices are posted first. Click here and scroll down to view all current evacuation notices.  The Colville Tribal Police announced at 12 p.m. on August 16 that a Level 2 (Get Set) evacuation notice has been issued for the Twin Lakes area and structures along Bridge Creek Road.  Yesterday and overnight, increased wind activity caused spot fires east of the Summit Trail Fire.  Fire crews and heavy equipment are engaging in structure protection. Air support is currently engaged as well.  As additional information becomes available, more updates will follow. Twin Lakes area and structures along Bridge Creek Road:  Level 2 Yellow "Get Set" Get set to go. A fire is getting close to your home. Gather your things and be prepared to leave at a moment's notice. Residents should be aware of the danger that exists in their area and monitor local media for information.  Additional information can be located on the following...

Colville Tribal Police announced at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, August 16 that an evacuation shelter has been setup at Inchelium Long House and Community Center at 9 Community Center Loop in Inchelium, WA. Reach the Inchelium Community Center at 509-936-2919. These facilities have been designated to welcome all families who have been evacuated or affected by the Summit Trail Fire.  Residents should be aware of the danger that exists in their area and monitor local media for information.  Additional information can be located on the following sites. https://www.facebook.com/CCTBroadcasts/https://www.facebook.com/newfireinfo/https://www.facebook.com/CCTENVFor emergencies, contact the Colville Tribal Police at 509-634-2472 or 800-551-5800 or visit

  The most up-to-date evacuation information is available through Chelan County Emergency Management at the following links.  Evacuation Information Evacuation Area Maps   Level 3 (Go Now) evacuations for all properties north of Fields Point Landing on South Lakeshore Road.   Level 2 (Get Set) from Fields Point Landing to Morning Sun Drive.   Level 1 (Get Ready) from Morning Sun Drive to Kelly's Resort (12800 S. Lakeshore Road).

 Inchelium, WA – The Summit Trail Fire was started by lightning on July 12, and is burning on the Colville Reservation approximately 17 miles west of Inchelium.  The Upper Lime Creek Fire, started by lightning on August 4, is also burning on the Colville Reservation approximately 6 miles north of Keller. It is now 65 percent contained, and remains at 376 acres.  Mop-up operations and patrolling continue in that area. Both fires are being managed by Northwest Incident Management Team 10, with 411 personnel engaged in fighting the fires. The situation around the Summit Trail Fire is fluid, and additional updates will be issued throughout the day. Pushed by strong southwesterly winds during yesterday’s Red Flag Warning conditions, at least two large spot fires developed overnight to the northeast of the Summit Trail Fire, on Tungsten and Brush Mountains. As a result, the Colville Tribal Police have issued additional Level 2 (Get Set) and Level 3 (Go Now) evacuation orders. Fire...

 Inchelium, WA – The Summit Trail Fire was started by lightning on July 12, and is burning on the Colville Reservation approximately 17 miles west of Inchelium.  The Upper Lime Creek Fire, started by lightning on August 4, is also burning on the Colville Reservation approximately 6 miles north of Keller. It is now 65 percent contained, and remains at 376 acres.  Mop-up operations and patrolling continue in that area. Both fires are being managed by Northwest Incident Management Team 10, with 411 personnel engaged in fighting the fires. The situation around the Summit Trail Fire is fluid, and additional updates will be issued throughout the day. Pushed by strong southwesterly winds during yesterday’s Red Flag Warning conditions, at least two large spot fires developed overnight to the northeast of the Summit Trail Fire, on Tungsten and Brush Mountains. As a result, the Colville Tribal Police have issued additional Level 2 (Get Set) and Level 3 (Go Now) evacuation orders. Fire...

 A Community Open House for the Walker and Chickadee Fires will be today at 7 pm at the History Park Community Pool, 6 ½ N. Locust Way, Tonasket, WA. Walker Creek Fire: The Red Flag Warning issued for Sunday August 14 produced gusty southwest winds and increased the fire size by 6,000 acres. Those increases were in the southwest and northeast perimeters of the fire. The fire has not reached Beaver Canyon.   Around Lost Lake firefighters were successful in extinguishing multiple spot fires.  Clearing skies allowed aerial resources which included VLATs (Very Large Air Tankers), three heavy lift helicopters and water scooping planes (Super Scoopers) to make multiple drops to assist firefighters. Crews installed sprinklers and hose lays along the Bonaparte and Summer roads for structure protection. Today’s activities include continuing with structure protection, scouting a fireline location to bring the southwest edge of the fire to Highway 20, identifying roads, trails and...

 A Community Open House for the Walker and Chickadee Fires will be today at 7 pm at the History Park Community Pool, 6 ½ N. Locust Way, Tonasket, WA. Walker Creek Fire: The Red Flag Warning issued for Sunday August 14 produced gusty southwest winds and increased the fire size by 6,000 acres. Those increases were in the southwest and northeast perimeters of the fire. The fire has not reached Beaver Canyon.   Around Lost Lake firefighters were successful in extinguishing multiple spot fires.  Clearing skies allowed aerial resources which included VLATs (Very Large Air Tankers), three heavy lift helicopters and water scooping planes (Super Scoopers) to make multiple drops to assist firefighters. Crews installed sprinklers and hose lays along the Bonaparte and Summer roads for structure protection. Today’s activities include continuing with structure protection, scouting a fireline location to bring the southwest edge of the fire to Highway 20, identifying roads, trails and...

   Twentyfive Mile Fire Update August 16, 2021 10:00a.m.   Fire Information Line: 206-659-6472 (Daily from 8a.m. to 8p.m.) Size: 4,000 acres Total Personnel: 150                                                                  Containment: 0% Cause: Under investigation Structures Threatened: 135 Structures Lost: 1 The Twentyfive Mile Fire was first reported at 3:45 p.m. on August 15, 2021 and is burning on the south shore of Lake Chelan near Twentyfive Mile Creek. The fire is under joint jurisdiction of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Washington Department of Natural Resources and Chelan County Fire District 7. A Type 3 Incident Management Team led by Incident Commander Escobar took command of the firefighting response at 6:00 a.m. today. Additional resources are continuing to arrive. The fire is burning in timber, brush and grass. It was first assessed at 300 acres and grew...