Richland Woman Arrested for Starting Fire in Public Park
Woman had set a pile of items on fire in the parking lot
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Finley Area Fire Near Hover Park Now 30% Contained
The fire began in thick brush and Russian Olive trees near Meals and Toothacre Road.
Hottest Temps of the Year: Excessive Heat Warning for PNW
Please watch for signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Triple Digit Heat Returns for Horrible Revenge on WA and OR
Never leave any person or pet in a parked vehicle.
Suspected Homeless Camp Destroyed by 9.5 Acre Fire in Soap Lake
It was described as a junk yard and wildfire combined.
More Campfire Bans in Eastern WA, Fire Danger High
The Department of Natural Resources has added northeast WA to the list of areas where campfires are banned on DNR-managed acres.
Numerous counties added to list
DNR officials said Spokane, Pen Oreille, Ferry, Stevens, and Okanogan Counties are now also on the list that already includes all of southeastern WA State.
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5 Popular Things to Do in the Oldest Town in WA
Discover Steilacoom: Washington's oldest coastal town, rich in history and charm, only an hour from Seattle.
“Suspicious” Fire Destroys Building near Walla Walla VA Center
Fire officials continue investigation
Disabled Semi Triggers Large Brush Fire By Kennewick Highway
Kennewick Fire officials believe a disabled semi triggered the blaze.
Wednesday night fire chars brush, damages storage facility.
According to KPD, the fire began along I-82 by SR 395. A semi truck has a mechanical problem, and some sparks that were shed triggered the fire.
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It's Completely Official: Drought Declared in 12 WA Counties
The Kennewick Irrigation District reports that there are currently NO restrictions on water use for customers.
Semi Truck Fire Triggers Massive Blaze, I-90 Closed for Hours
Monday a large fire triggered by a disabled semi blocked I-90 in Grant County for hours.
Fire Jumps from Camper to Home, Destroys Both in Finley
Camper was plugged into a power source, fire spread to home