October 5, 2024 8:07 am

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Inslee issues emergency proclamation in response to wildfires

OLYMPIA—Governor Jay Inslee issued an emergency proclamation on August 16 to help clear and repair roadways affected by wildfires in Ferry, Klickitat, Skagit, and Yakima counties. 

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Current active wildfires in Washington state.

Since July 2024, Washington state has experienced abnormally dry weather conditions with periods of exceptionally high temperatures, creating high-risk fuel conditions in these counties. The resulting large number of fires has also created damage to transportation infrastructure requiring increased response activity. 

To respond to the fires, the Washington State Department of Transportation will close certain parts of state highways that will limit access to the affected roadways for a significant period to address wildfire impacts.

The estimated cost of response activities and roadway repairs because of wildfires in Ferry, Klickitat, Skagit, and Yakima counties as of the date of the Proclamation are over $3,500,000 and expected to increase, according to the Governor’s Office. Also, abnormally high wildfire potential is predicted to continue through the remainder of August, September, and October due to high-risk fuel conditions.

The Washington DNR fire dashboard is active throughout the fire season and shows up-to-date information on wildfires affecting Washington state. Click here to link to a full screen version. 

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