Williams Flats Fire burning nearly 17,000 acres on Colville reservation, remains 20% contained

  • Source: NBCRightNow.com
  • Published: 08/06/2019 09:52 AM

The Williams Flats Fire burning on the Colville reservation continues to be 20 percent contained and sits at 16,781 acres. Heavy smoke and reduced visibility have been preventing water-scooping planes and large retardant capable aircrafts from flying. Tuesday, firefighters continue to work on reestablishing a safe anchor point to begin fireline construction on the northeast flank. Mop-up operations continue on the west flank as crews work to secure the containment line. Fire Crews do ask to stay back on Lake Roosevelt has people are getting to close as aircraft are refilling with water.



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