The fire broke out on July 29 near the Ross Lake Recreation Area. The fire, caused by a lightning strike, is believed to have burned just over 1,800 acres.
, the fire is 5% contained. Unfortunately, steep mountain slopes and rolling debris throughout the area are presenting firefighters with quite a challenge.
The North Cascades National Park has also closed. WSDOT asks people to use I-90, US 20, or US 12 for cross-state travel. While there is some hope coming in the short-term forecast, there have also been concerns over “close calls”by offering space for fire agencies to set up command centers, using heavy machinery to clear debris, and offering boat access for crews to travel around Diablo and Ross lakes.
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