Williams Flats Fire burning over 45,000 acres improves to 80-percent containment

  • Source: KAYU-TV MyFox Spokane
  • Published: 08/15/2019 11:14 AM

The Williams Flats Fire burning over 45,000 acres on the Colville Reservation has moved up to 80 percent containment. The fire containment has improved by 15 percent the past couple days, going from 50 to 65 Wednesday and 65 to 80 Thursday. Firefighters are working to strengthen and secure lines around the fire. Crews say due to no rain as of late, unburned fuels and islands have been drying out and have a chance to start burning in the interior of the fire. Crews say visible smoke is likely from the surrounding area. Level 1 evacuations remain in place.



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