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Washington Fires: Little Giant, Sinlahekin Drive State's Worst Fire Year Since 2021
Washington State has burned 650,000+ acres in 2026, its worst fire year since 2021. The Sinlahekin Fire (150,242 acres, 42% contained) and Little Giant Fire are among 20 large uncontained fires driving evacuations across eastern Washington. A fire weather watch was issued Thursday for the Olympic Mountains and North Cascades.
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Are You Ready? A Wildfire Preparedness Checklist for Pacific Northwest Residents
With 45 large fires burning in the Northwest and conditions forecast to stay extreme through September, NW FireWatch provides a practical preparedness checklist covering evacuation zones, go-kits, defensible space, and how to stay informed.
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Northwest Remains Nation's Wildfire Hotspot with 45 Large Fires Burning
The Pacific Northwest leads the nation with 45 uncontained large fires as of August 12, 2026, with Oregon (24), Washington (20), and Idaho (10) driving a historic fire season that has already surpassed 6.4 million acres nationally.
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Above-Average Fire Risk Forecast Through September for All of Oregon, Washington, and Idaho
NIFC forecasts above-average wildfire risk for all of Oregon, Washington, and Idaho through September 2026. Stage 1 fire restrictions are now in effect across southwestern Idaho as fuels reach critically dry levels.
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2026 Fire Season Preparedness: What PNW Residents Need to Know Right Now
With all of Oregon, Washington, and Idaho at above-average fire risk through September and the nation at Preparedness Level 5, now is the time to build your go-bag, know your evacuation routes, create defensible space, and sign up for emergency alerts.
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Spokane Area Fires: 700+ Structures Destroyed, 60,000 Evacuated as Washington Declares Statewide Emergency
Multiple wildfires burning in and around Spokane have destroyed over 700 structures and forced 60,000 residents to evacuate. Washington Governor declared a statewide wildfire emergency as the Old Trails, Autumn Lane, and Kaiser Canyon fires continue to burn.
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Little Giant Fire Swells to 82,758 Acres Near Leavenworth with Near-Zero Containment
The fast-growing Little Giant Fire on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has exploded to more than 82,000 acres with just 1% containment, threatening communities in Chelan County.
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Above-Average Fire Potential Forecast Through September: Is Your Household Prepared?
NIFC forecasts above-average wildfire potential for Oregon, Washington, and Idaho through September. With fire season far from over, here's what every Pacific Northwest household should know about preparedness.
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Grasshopper Fire Threatens Mount Hood Corridor, 39,000 Acres at 20% Containment
The Grasshopper Fire on the east side of Mount Hood has grown to 39,439 acres at 20% containment. Mt. Hood Meadows is under evacuation, and eastern Clackamas County has been placed on preparation orders.
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Rowe Creek Complex and Grasshopper Fire Drive Oregon's Record-Breaking 2026 Season
Oregon's Rowe Creek Complex and Grasshopper Fire are the headliners in a record-shattering season that has burned over 1.59 million acres — surpassing the state's previous all-time record. Dry thunderstorms this weekend may spark additional ignitions.
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Spokane Area Fires: More Than 700 Homes Destroyed, Thousands Still Displaced as Blazes Burn Into City Limits
More than 700 homes have been destroyed and 65,000-plus families remain displaced as the Spokane area wildfires continue to burn. The Old Trails Fire and multiple related incidents have devastated neighborhoods across Spokane County.
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Oregon Shatters All-Time Wildfire Record: 2 Million Acres Burned with Fire Season Far From Over
Oregon broke its all-time wildfire acreage record before August 4, with more than 2 million acres burned across 60 large fires — and two months of fire season still ahead.
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Oregon Shatters All-Time Wildfire Record: Over 2 Million Acres Burned in 2026
Oregon has shattered its all-time wildfire record with more than 2 million acres burned as of August 3, 2026, surpassing the previous record set in 2024. The Coleman Creek Fire (265,000+ acres) and Rowe Creek Complex (323,951 acres) are among the state's largest active incidents.
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Little Giant Fire Nears 60,000 Acres on Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Zero Containment
The Little Giant Fire on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has exploded to nearly 60,000 acres with zero percent containment, making it one of Washington's largest and most dangerous active fires. Extreme fire behavior and complex terrain continue to challenge crews.
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Fire Preparedness Now: How Pacific Northwest Residents Can Get Ready Before Evacuation Is Ordered
With more than 60 large fires burning across Oregon, Washington, and Idaho and above-normal fire potential forecast through August, there has never been a more important time for Pacific Northwest residents to review their evacuation plans, prepare go-bags, and understand their local evacuation zones.
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Oregon Fires: Massive Blazes Grip Eastern Oregon with More Than Half a Million Acres Burning
Oregon leads the nation with 33 active large fires. Multiple blazes in eastern Oregon have each grown to the hundreds of thousands of acres, with the Big Grass Fire near Jordan Valley topping 336,000 acres as one of the largest fires in the state this season.
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Little Giant Fire: 24,000 Acres, Zero Containment Near Leavenworth as Chelan County Evacuates
The Little Giant Fire has charred more than 24,360 acres with zero containment northwest of Leavenworth, triggering Level 3 evacuation orders in Chelan County. Crews are protecting the White River corridor as fire behavior remains active.
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Oregon on Track for Worst Wildfire Season on Record as 2026 Surpasses 1.7 Million Acres
Oregon has already burned more than 1.7 million acres in 2026, putting the state on pace to shatter its 2024 record of 1.93 million acres, as drought, abundant fuels, and 30 simultaneous large fires overwhelm firefighting resources.
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Northwest Region Hits Preparedness Level 5 as 84 Large Fires Rage Nationwide
The Northwest Geographic Area remains at Preparedness Level 5 as 84 large fires burn nationally, with Oregon leading all states with 30 active large fires and more than 1.7 million acres already burned in 2026.
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Northwest Wildfire Season Shatters Records: Over 2 Million Acres Burned in Oregon and Washington
The 2026 wildfire season has officially become the worst on record for Oregon and Washington since at least 2000, with more than 2.1 million acres burned and 87 large fires active nationwide.