Sunday AM Update: Evacuation Notices Cancelled Near Soap Lake and Mile Marker 81 Fire

Sunday 9:00 a.m. UPDATE: All evacuation notices have been cancelled and SR 17 has reopened according to the Grant County Sheriff's Office. They say one pump house has been lost, but also lots of homes near Lake Lenore were saved. No injuries have been reported. Grant PUD says they've been able to restore power to those impacted by the fire.  If you're still without power, contact Grant PUD at 800-216-5226.

A 1,000-acre fire north of Soap Lake has forced Level 3 Evacuation Notices for homes along SR 17 between Road 24.4 NE south to Smokiam RV Park and has also closed the Highway. Grant County Sheriffs have also implemented Level 2 Evacuation Notices for the Westmont Acres and Boy Scout Camp west of the lake. Deputies also say those evacuated from Smokiam RV Park go to Soap Lake city park at N end of town.