The Swawilla I fire spread through the canyon July 28. The fire was the largest in Washington this season, scorching around 53,500 acres, according to InciWeb. The fire started July 17 by lightning and was contained by August 22. The fire was located north of the Columbia River and east of the Swawilla Basin, west of Highway 21.
October 2, 2024
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2024 WA fire season coming to a close
MOSES LAKE – There are two active fires in Washington as of Oct. 2 but the rest of the fires from the season are contained or just being moderated according to Department of Natural Resources Wildfire Communications Manager Ryan Rodruck. Outside of that, Rodruck said fire season is coming to a conclusion; however, people should still be mindful because new blazes are still starting.