A type II helicopter with a snorkel refills its water tank from the Grand Ronde River to help contain the Cougar Creek Fire July 22. The Cougar Creek Fire charred almost 23,100 acres and was the fourth largest wildfire in Washington this year. The fire started July 15 from an undetermined cause and was contained on Oct. 1, according to InciWeb.
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.