The Pioneer Fire overlooking Lake Chelan at sunset on June 14. The Pioneer Fire was the third largest fire in Washington in 2024 destroyed around 39,000 acres, according to InciWeb. The fire started June 8 from an undetermined cause and has an estimated containment date of Oct. 31. However, according to Wildfire Communications Manager, Ryan Rodruck there have been no updates on growth and the fire will continue to burn until precipitation and colder weather arrives. The fire…
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.