Firefighters did some tough work on Wednesday with indirect line construction on Bethel Ridge in the southern portion of the fire in thick dead and downed timber.
A press release from the US Forest Service says it's burning in heavy, brush, timber and snags which pose big problems for firefighters who want to get close to the fire.
A large wildfire was reported early Sunday Afternoon and firefighters from throughout the area including state resources are being used to fight the fire and keep it from spreading to nearby homes. Evacuations were underway Sunday afternoon in the area of Conrad Road and Suzanna Lane about 2.5 miles from Naches.
CLE ELUM, Wash. (AP) — Fire commanders say a firefighter is recovering at home for a few days after suffering minor facial burns Wednesday at the Taylor Bridge Fire in central Washington.
Fire officials said in a statement Thursday that members of an engine crew attempted to leave an area where a tree had torched with flames, but found their vehicle wouldn't start...