Red Bridge Fire Near Cle Elum Now at 60% Containment and 53 Acres

The Red Bridge Fire in Kittitas County is now  listed at 60% containment as it burns near Cle Elum.

Fire officials say the blaze has torched 53 acres of dry grass and mixed timber since sparking late Monday afternoon.

The fire has damaged at least two structures, including one primary and one secondary residence, and is threatening numerous others, as well as power lines in the area.

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All Level 3 evacuation notices have been dropped according to Kittitas County Sheriff's Department.

The fire ignited during triple-digit temperatures and gusty winds that prompted both Extreme Heat and Red Flag Warnings to start the week, and has continued burning during a second Red Flag Warning that was issued Tuesday.