Washington Fires

## Daily Wildfire Report for Washington - July 28, 2025

### Overview
Washington State is currently experiencing a heightened wildfire risk, with multiple active fires reported across the state. The National Interagency Fire Center has forecast a high wildfire risk throughout Washington from July through September, with an elevated risk in eastern and central Washington extending into October. This outlook is attributed to a lack of significant rainfall and a diminished snowpack, leading to drier-than-average conditions. The state has seen over 37,000 acres burned year-to-date as of July 22, 2025.

### Current Situation
**Fire Activity:** As of the last 72 hours, there are six active wildfires burning in Washington. The Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) fire dashboard is actively tracking these incidents and provides up-to-date information.

**Key Fires:**

* **Burdoin Fire:** Located in Klickitat County, this fire has burned approximately 11,248 acres and is currently 13% contained. Level 3 ("Go Now") and Level 2 ("Get Set") evacuation orders remain in effect for the communities of Klickitat and Wahkiacus. Over 846 personnel, including hand crews, engines, dozers, water tenders, and helicopters, are engaged in containment efforts. Active burning continues in many areas, and crews are assessing properties and extinguishing hotspots.

**Prescribed Burns and Land Management:**
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has implemented a statewide burn ban on state-managed lands, which prohibits campfires, outdoor burning, and the use of charcoal briquettes. This ban is a measure to reduce the risk of wildfires during the current elevated fire danger and is in effect until September 30, though it may be extended or shortened based on conditions. Residents are advised to check the DNR's Burn Portal for daily burn restriction updates.

**Air Quality:**
Information regarding air quality impacts from wildfires is available through various sources, including the DNR's fire dashboard and local emergency management offices.

### Weather and Wind Warnings
**Current Weather:** Scattered showers and humidity are present in northern Arizona, aiding firefighting efforts.

**Forecasted Weather:** Fire weather concerns persist across Washington and North Idaho due to dry and breezy conditions. Red flag warnings have been issued for central and eastern Washington due to strong winds, with gusts up to 35 mph, and humidity levels dropping into the upper teens to mid-20s. These conditions elevate the risk of critical fire danger, with the potential for aggressive fire behavior in active or new wildfires. Looking ahead, the forecast indicates a warming trend into next week, with continued dry conditions and a slight chance of showers on the fringes of the area.

### Recommendations
**Public Awareness:** Residents are strongly advised to be aware of current burn restrictions and to exercise extreme caution when outdoors. Adhering to burn bans and fire safety guidelines is crucial to prevent human-caused wildfires. It is important to stay informed about evacuation orders and to have an emergency plan in place.

**Resource Allocation:** Federal funding of approximately $20 million has been released to the Washington State Department of Natural Resources to support firefighting training, equipment, forest management, and landscape restoration efforts.

### Resources
For up-to-date emergency information, residents can visit:
* **Washington DNR Fire Dashboard:** [https://www.dnr.wa.gov/wildfires](https://www.dnr.wa.gov/wildfires)
* **Watch Duty App:** [https://app.watchduty.org/](https://app.watchduty.org/)
* **National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC):** [https://www.nifc.gov/fire-information/nfn](https://www.nifc.gov/fire-information/nfn)
* **Emergency WA Warnings & Incidents:** [https://www.emergency.wa.gov/](https://www.emergency.wa.gov/)

Stay informed and prepared by monitoring these resources regularly.

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