Pioneer Fire expands to 25,688 acres, firefighters bolster defenses around Stehekin

  • Source: Wenatchee Business Journal
  • Published: 07/18/2024 09:06 PM

The Pioneer Fire burning in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest near Lake Chelan has grown to 25,688 acres as of Thursday, July 18, according to the latest update from fire officials. Containment remains at 14%, with 783 personnel currently assigned to the incident. A community meeting is scheduled for Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Golden West Visitor Center in Stehekin. Firefighters have completed structural assessments near Stehekin and are expanding and strengthening handline and hose lays near the Stehekin Valley Ranch. Heavy helicopters will be working water bucket drops to limit fire spread across Hunts Creek, where firefighters are working on the ground to protect structures and infrastructure.



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