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Chelan County’s Devastating Fire | Seattle News
A wildfire now the largest in Chelan County’s history has scorched 155,000 acres since July 15th, fueled by lightning and now nearing two months old. With only 23% containment and no end in sight—possibly until snowfall in November—fire crews are shifting focus from total extinguishment to slowing its spread. Already, 35 structures are gone, including homes and sheds across the Entiat Valley. Over 2,300 firefighters, even from New Zealand, battle around the clock. Officials warn of severe winter flooding next year due to burned vegetation, while crews remain committed to protecting what’s…
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