PHOTOS: The Burdoin Fire that started Friday in Klickitat County along the Columbia River has burned more than 10,000 acres, according to fire authorities. As of Monday morning, the Burdoin Fire has burned 10,730 acres and is 0% contained.
The fire broke out around 2:30 p.m. on Friday, July 18, along the Columbia River near SR-14, prompting evacuation orders and road closures. Fire officials said on Sunday that about 250 buildings were at risk, with at least 14 destroyed and 37 damaged. Authorities say the fire jumped the Klickitat River on Saturday afternoon at Oliver Point, heading east.
On Sunday morning, the High Prairie Fire Chief issued the following statement: โIf you are still in High Prairie, you should evacuate immediately! Fire crews need clear access to protect homes and fight the fire. The entire High Prairie area is at risk.โ
High Prairie and the town of Lyle are under Level 3: โGo Now!โ evacuation orders. Highway 14 remains closed from milepost 66, east of Bingen, to milepost 76, west of Lyle. Other closures include Highway 142 from Highway 14 north to milepost 5, and Centerville Highway from Highway 14 to Centerville.
The cause of the Burdoin Fire is under investigation.
