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Fire: The White River and Irving Peak Fires are burning in the White River and Little Wenatchee drainages upstream from Lake Wenatchee, on either side of Wenatchee Ridge. They have burned a total of 2,522 acres and are each 1% contained. Bulldozers and masticators continue to improve firelines. Fire crews and engines are positioned to hold those lines. Yesterday had modest fire growth, and the same is expected today, with fire backing down steep slopes, continued burning of large fuels within the fire perimeter and some movement sideways along the slope.
 
Smoke: Quieter winds will tend to keep the smoke in the general area of the fire and Lake Wenatchee during the day. In the evening, after the normal nighttime down valley winds start, smoke will move down the Wenatchee River drainage. By Monday, expect conditions similar to last week, when smoke reached MODERATE levels in Leavenworth, Cashmere, and Wenatchee.

Health and Safety: It is peak fire season, and it is advisable to stay vigilant to air quality in your area. Smoke can travel for long distances, and your town may be impacted at times from fires hundreds of miles away. Please consult your health care provider if you are experiencing any smoke-related health impacts.