wildfires

Restrictions were extended into Oct. 15, due to ongoing dry conditions and lack of rain.

On Monday afternoon, higher winds are forecasted to blow some of this smoke out of the region.

The Chelan County fire marshal is temporarily extending the current fire ratings and restrictions for an extra two weeks, or until wildfire conditions ease.  County Code requires travel and activity restrictions related to wildfires expire on October 1st, but the fire marshall has an option to change that deadline.  ...

The Northwest Coordination Center reports more than 2,000 lightning strikes hit the state overnight Tuesday morning, but they were mostly accompanied by rain showers.

Areas in Wenatchee have seen the most improvement in smoke levels.

The highest smoke level is in Lake Wenatchee, with a 483 AQI.

The Pacific Crest Trail is closed in it's northern section of the Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest because of wildfires.  There are nine fires burning in the Pasayten Wilderness Area, which has led to the closure of the trail from Holman Pass north to the Canadian border.  ...

The Grant County Sheriff's Office reported one fire northeast of Soap Lake that appeared to be burning in close proximity to several homes.

The shelter is providing free emergency pet boarding for people who get a Level 3 evacuation notice during a wildfire.

USDA Forest Service spokesperson Victoria Wilkins said they have the potential to receive $30 million over the next decade.