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White River and Irving Peak Fires Spanish Smoke Outlook

Related Incident: White River (& Irving Peak)
Publication Type: News

Incéndio: Los incendios de White River e Irving Peak arden cerca uno del otro en los drenajes de White River y Little Wenatchee aguas arriba de Lake Wenatchee. Han quemado un total de 2,665 acres y tienen una contención de 1%. Los bomberos al norte y al este de White River, y al sur de Irving Peak, están patrullando y preparados por si acaso el fuego llegara a acercarse a los cortafuegos. Hoy se espera que los incendios continuarán retrocediendo lentamente cuesta abajo con brotes aislados entre combustible pesado. Parece que ell incendio de Irving Peak también continuará un lento movimiento por la ladera hacia el este a lo largo de la pendiente. Este incendio debería ser más activo que el incendio White River debido a que está más expuesto al sol y al viento.

Humo: Se habrá acumulado humo de ayer y anoche en los drenajes cercanos a los incendios y a Lake Wenatchee. El humo se mantendrá en su lugar hasta que se levante una fuerte inversión matutina. Los vientos del valle desplazarán el humo río arriba hacia la cresta divisoria y lo alejarán de las ciudades ubicadas en el valle del río Wenatchee.

Salud y seguridad: El humo pudiera empeorar los síntomas para las personas que tienen afecciones de salud preexistentes o que son sensibles, incluyendo: Enfermedades pulmonares como asma, EPOC o enfisema; Infecciones respiratorias; problemas cardíacos o circulatorios; personas que han tenido un ataque cardíaco o un derrame cerebral; bebés y niños; adultos mayores de 65 años; mujeres embarazadas y fumadores. (https://ecology.wa.gov/Air-Climate/Air-quality/Smoke-fire/Health-effects)


White River and Irving Peak Fires Daily Update August 29 2022

Related Incident: White River (& Irving Peak)
Publication Type: News

Highlights: Lightning started the White River and Irving Peak Fires on August 11. They are burning on the Okanagan-Wenatchee National Forest, northwest of Plain, WA.

Today concludes Northwest Team 7’s 14 days on the White River and Irving Peak fires. Northwest Team 8, with Incident Commander Kevin Stock, will assume command of the fires at 8:00 p.m. on August 29.

Operations: Firefighters have completed preparations on the roads surrounding the White River Fire and along Little Wenatchee Road. They continue to patrol along White River Road and Sears Creek Road. Masticators are now working along the 200 and 311 road systems. Yesterday, the Irving Peak fire reached Forest Road 6504, creating an anchor point for firefighters. An anchor point is a barrier to fire spread and firefighters can now begin to clean up the fire’s edge along Forest Road 6504.
Evacuations: Current Chelan County evacuation levels include a Level 2 evacuation (Be Prepared) for Sears Creek Road and Level 1 (Stay Alert) for White River Road and Little Wenatchee Road.https://www.co.chelan.wa.us/emerg.../pages/activeemergencies

For an interactive evacuation map of Chelan County, please visit https://tinyurl.com/whiteriverevacuationmap.
To sign up for the Chelan County emergency alert system, please visit https://public.alertsense.com/signup/?regionid=1184.

Weather and fire behavior: Warming and drying continues today, drying fuels especially in higher terrain areas. Smoke may linger in some areas due to morning inversions and weaker winds. Smoky areas may be cooler than forecast. Where wind and slopes align, expect moderate fire spread.

Closures: The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has issued a closure order for the White River Fire area:https://www.fs.usda.gov/.../FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1054295.pdf

Restrictions: Campfires are not allowed anywhere within the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Stage 2 Restrictions are now in effect for the entire forest, including campgrounds and wilderness areas: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/okawen/alerts-notices/...

Recreation impacts: In addition to the forest closure and fire restrictions, fire officials recommend avoiding recreating in the Little Wenatchee and White River Road (FS Roads 6500 and 6400) areas. Smoke is visible from the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). The PCT remains open and is not directly impacted by the fires. However, the Little Wenatchee Ford and White River Trailheads are closed and cannot be used to access the PCT. The Buck Creek-Spider Meadow Loop is open and accessible but smoke and nearby fire activity may impact the area. Use the links below for updated fire and air quality information.

Safety Message: Warming and drying weather can lead to fire growth and the potential for new starts. There is still at least another month of fire season ahead. Please use caution with anything that could cause a spark and continueto be safe and aware of your surroundings.

Smoke: The current smoke outlook, along with information about air quality health recommendations during smoky conditions, is available at: https://outlooks.airfire.org/outlook/84d849be

Follow Us Online: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8329/ andwww.facebook.com/WhiteRiverFireInfo and www.facebook.com/nwteam7

A Spanish translation available will be available at:https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/news/8329/


White River and Irving Peak Fires Smoke Outlook August 29 2022

Related Incident: White River (& Irving Peak)
Publication Type: News

Fire: The White River and Irving Peak Fires are burning near each other in the White River and Little Wenatchee drainages upstream from Lake Wenatchee. They have burned a total of 2,665 acres and are 1% contained. Firefighters north and east of White River, and south of Irving Peak, are patrolling and prepared if the fire approaches the fire lines. Today the fires are expected to continue slowly backing downhill with isolated flareups in heavy fuel. The Irving Peak Fire should also continue a slow flanking movement to the east along the slope. The Irving Peak Fire should be more active than the White River Fire due to more exposure to the sun and wind.

Smoke: Smoke from yesterday and overnight will have accumulated in the drainages near the fires and Lake Wenatchee. The smoke will be held in place until a strong morning inversion lifts. Up valley winds will then move the smoke upstream toward the divide crest and away from towns in the Wenatchee River valley.

Health and Safety: Smoke may make symptoms worse for people who have pre-existing health conditions or are otherwise sensitive, including: Lung diseases such as asthma, COPD, or emphysema; Respiratory infections; Heart or circulatory problems; People who have had a heart attack or stroke; Infants and children; Adults over age 65; Pregnant women; Smokers. (https://ecology.wa.gov/Air-Climate/Air-quality/Smoke-fire/Health-effects)


White River and Irving Peak Fires Spanish Language Smoke Outlook August 28

Related Incident: White River (& Irving Peak)
Publication Type: News

Incéndio: Los incendios de White River y Irving Peak arden en los drenjajes del White River y Little Wenatchee aguas arriba de Lake Wenatchee, a ambos lados de Wenatchee Ridge. Han quemado un total de 2,522 acres y cada uno tiene una contención de 1%. Las topadoras y las trituradoras siguen mejorando los cortafuegos. Hay equipos de bomberos y camiones bomberos listos para mantener esas líneas en su lugar. Ayer los incendios tuvieron un crecimiento moderado, y se espera lo mismo hoy, ya que el fuego retrocedió por pendientes escarpadas. Continúan quemándose grandes combustibles dentro del perímetro del incendio y hubo algún desplazamiento lateral a lo largo de la ladera.

Humo: Durante el día los vientos más tranquilos mantendrán el humo en el área general del incendio y en Lake Wenatchee. Por la noche, después de que comiencen los vientos normales nocturnos del valle, el humo se desplazará por el drenaje del río Wenatchee. Para el lunes, espere condiciones similares a la semana pasada, cuando el humo llegó a niveles MODERADOS en Leavenworth, Cashmere y Wenatchee.

Salud y seguridad: Es la temporada pico de incendios, y se recomienta que se mantenga atento a la calidad del aire en su área. El humo puede viajar largas distancias, y el pueblo suyo puede verse afectado a veces por incendios a cientos de millas de distancia. Consulte a su proveedor de atención médica si nota que su salud es afectada por causa del humo.


White River and Irving Peak Spanish Language Update August 28 2022

Related Incident: White River (& Irving Peak)
Publication Type: News

Aspectos destacados: Los incendios de White River e Irving Peak comenzaron mediante rayos el 11 de agosto. Arden en el Bosque Nacional Okanagan-Wenatchee, a unas15 millas al noroeste de Plain, WA.
 
Operaciones: Ayer, los bomberos terminaron el trabajo de astillado y preparación de carreteras a lo largo de 14 millas de Little Wenatchee Road que había durado nueve días. Ahora la prioridad será el trabajo de la topadora y la trituradora a lo largo de los sistemas de carreteras 200 y 311. Los bomberos al norte y al este de White River están patrullando y preparados por si acaso el fuego se llega a acercar al cortafuego. Con la acumulación de calor en el extremo sureste del incendio White River, los helicópteros vertieron agua para que fuera mínima la propagación del fuego.

Hoy, las operaciones aéreas vigilarán, según se necesario, el aumento en la actividad del fuego a lo largo del borde sur del White River Fire y verterán agua como vean necesario. Las cuadrillas continuarán manteniendo y mejorando White River Road, y continuarán trabajando en el nuevo incendio causado por rayos en Grasshopper Meadow. Los bomberos están comenzando a recuperar equipos que ya no son necesarios para ayudar en las operaciones de extinción de incendios.

Evacuaciones: Evacuaciones: Los niveles actuales de evacuación del condado de Chelan incluyen una evacuación de Nivel 2 (Prepárese) para Sears Creek Road, Nivel 1 (Manténgase alerta) para White River Road y Little Wenatchee Road. https://www.co.chelan.wa.us/emergencymanagement/pages/active-emergencies

Para obtener un mapa de evacuación interactivo del condado de Chelan, visite https://tinyurl.com/whiteriverevacuationmap.Para inscribirse en el sistema de alerta de emergencia del condado de Chelan, visite https://public.alertsense.com/signup/?regionid=1184.

Clima y comportamiento del fuego: : En los próximos días la alta presión que se acumula en la región traerá un clima cálido y seco con vientos ligeros en las partes bajas del valle. Las crestas tendrán vientos variables en ambos incendios. Cierres: El Bosque Nacional Okanogan-Wenatchee ha emitido un cierre orden para el área de White River Fire. Por favor vea la orden de cierre aquí: https://www.fs.usda.gov/.../FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1054295.pdf.

Se recomienda que el público evite recrear en Little Wenatchee y White River Road (FS Roads 6500 y 6400) áreas El Pacific Crest Trail no se ve afectado por este incendio.

Restricciones: No se permiten fogatas en ningún lugar dentro del Okanogan-Bosque Nacional Wenatchee. Las Restricciones de la Etapa 2 ahora están en vigor para el todo el bosque, incluidos los campamentos y las áreas silvestres: Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest - Alerts & Notices (usda.gov). Pacific Crest Trail: El humo es visible desde Pacific Crest Trail (PCT).
Tiempo actualmente no hay impacto en el PCT, los excursionistas deben saber que Little Wenatchee Ford y White River Trailheads están cerrados y no se pueden usar para acceder el PCT.

Impactos recreativos: Aparte del cierre del bosque y las restricciones contra incendios, los oficiales de los incendios recomiendan evitar recrearse en las áreas de Little Wenatchee y White River Road (FS Roads 6500 y 6400). Se puede ver el humo desde el Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) y este permanece abierto y no se ve directamente afectado por los incendios. Sin embargo, los puntos de partida de Little Wenatchee Ford y White River están cerrados y no se pueden utilizar para acceder al PCT. El Buck Creek-Spider Meadow Loop está abierto y accesible, pero el humo y la actividad de fuego cercanos pueden afectar el área. Use los enlaces a continuación para obtener información actualizada sobre incendios y la calidad del aire.

Mensaje de seguridad: : En los últimos cuantos días se han visto temperaturas más frías y secciones de humedad en la región. Sin embargo, está regresando el clima típico de la temporada de incendios a la región. Estas condiciones pudieran conducir al crecimiento del fuego y que posiblemente se inicien fuegos nuevos. Es importante mantenerse alerta. Todavía queda al menos otro mes de temporada de incendios. Por favor, tenga cuidado.
En línea: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8329/ |https://www.facebook.com/WhiteRiverFireInfohttps://www.facebook.com/nwteam7

Humo: El pronóstico actual del humo, junto con la información sobre las recomendaciones de salud por la calidad del aire durante períodos de humo, está disponible en: https://outlooks.airfire.org/outlook/84d849be.Estará disponible una traducción al español en:https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8329/


White River and Irving Peak Fires Daily Update August 28 2022

Related Incident: White River (& Irving Peak)
Publication Type: News

Highlights: Lightning started the White River and Irving Peak Fires on August 11. They are burning on the Okanagan-Wenatchee National Forest, approximately 15 miles northwest of Plain, WA.

Operations: Yesterday, firefighters completed nine days of chipping operations and road preparation along 14 miles of the Little Wenatchee Road. Priority now will shift to dozer and mastication work along the 200 and 311 road systems.
Firefighters north and east of White River are patrolling and prepared if the fire approaches the fire line. With heat buildup on the southeastern perimeter of the White River Fire, helicopters dropped buckets of water to keep fire spread to a minimum. 

Today, air operations will monitor the increased fire activity along the southern edge of the White River Fire and apply water as needed. Crews will continue to hold and improve the White River Road, and continue work on the newer lightning fire at Grasshopper Meadow. Firefighters are beginning to retrieve equipment no longer necessary to support firefighting operations.

Evacuations: Current Chelan County’s evacuations levels include a Level 2 evacuation (Be Prepared) for Sears Creek Road, Level 1 (Stay Alert) for White River Road and Little Wenatchee Road.https://www.co.chelan.wa.us/emerg.../pages/activeemergenciesFor an interactive evacuation map of Chelan County, please visithttps://tinyurl.com/whiteriverevacuationmap.

To sign up for the Chelan County emergency alert system, please visit https://public.alertsense.com/signup/?regionid=1184.

Weather and fire behavior: : High pressure building up in the region will bring warm and dry weather with light winds in the valley bottoms the next few days. Ridgetops will see variable winds across both fires.

Closures: The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has issued a closure order for the White River Fire area:https://www.fs.usda.gov/.../FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1054295.pdf

Additionally, it is recommended to avoid recreating in the Little Wenatchee and White River Road (FS Roads 6500 and 6400) areas.
Restrictions: Campfires are not allowed anywhere within the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Stage 2 Restrictions are now in effect for the entire forest, including campgrounds and wilderness areas:https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/okawen/alerts-notices/...

Recreation impacts: In addition to the forest closure and fire restrictions, fire officials recommend avoiding recreating in the Little Wenatchee and White River Road (FS Roads 6500 and 6400) areas. Smoke is visible from the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). The PCT remains open and is not directly impacted by the fires. However, the Little Wenatchee Ford and White River Trailheads are closed and cannot be used to access the PCT. The Buck Creek-Spider Meadow Loop is open and accessible but smoke and nearby fire activity may impact the area. Use the links below for updated fire and air quality information.

Safety Message: The past few days have seen cooler temperatures and pockets of moisture in the region. However, typical fire season weather is returning to the region. These conditions can lead to fire growth and the potential for new starts. It is important to stay alert. There is still at least another month of fire season ahead. Please be careful.

Smoke: The current smoke forecast outlook, along with information about air quality health recommendations during smoky conditions, is available at: https://outlooks.airfire.org/outlook/84d849be

Follow Us Online: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8329/ andwww.facebook.com/WhiteRiverFireInfo and www.facebook.com/nwteam7

A Spanish translation available will be available at:https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/news/8329/


White River and Irving Peak Fires Smoke Outlook for August 28 2022

Related Incident: White River (& Irving Peak)
Publication Type: News

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.


White River and Irving Peak Fires Spanish Language Update August 27 2022

Related Incident: White River (& Irving Peak)
Publication Type: News

Aspectos destacados:Los incendios de White River e Irving Peakcomenzaron mediante rayos el 11 de agosto. Arden en el Bosque NacionalOkanagan-Wenatchee, a unas15 millas al noroeste de Plain, WA.

Operaciones: Hubo más actividad debido a que los incendios crecieron a lolargo de las laderas al sur y sureste del incendio Irving Peak por causa delviento. Se observó un crecimiento mínimo en el incendio White River ya queque los helicópteros controlaron la propagación del incendio a lo largo delborde sureste hasta la tarde. Los fuertes vientos con ráfagas de hasta 40 mphimpidieron el uso de helicópteros al final de la tarde. Las astilladorascontinuaron trabajando hacia el oeste a lo largo de Little Wenatchee Road y6504 Road. Las topadoras y los trituradoras están abriendo y mejorando elsistema de carreteras al norte de Little Wenatchee Road para usarlo comocortafuego por si es necesario.

Hoy, cinco camiones bomberos y los Lakeview Hotshots vigilarán el extremonorte del incendio White River si el fuego se acerca a los cortafuegos que seprepararon. Los camiones bomberos y los bomberos que trabajan al sur delincendio White River vigilarán el fuego y mantendrán los cortafuegos en sulugar. Ya que ha terminado el trabajo de astillado y carreteras al sur delincendio White River, los bomberos comenzarán a evaluar los sistemas derociadores actuales que se han colocado. Se espera que el trabajo de astilladoque queda por hacer en las cinco millas restantes a lo largo de Little Wenatchee Road se complete dentro de las próximas 48 horas.

Evacuaciones: Los niveles actuales de evacuación del condadode Chelan incluyen una evacuación de Nivel 2 (Prepárese) para Sears Creek Road, Nivel 1 (Manténgase alerta) para White River Road y Little Wenatchee Road. https://www.co.chelan.wa.us/emer.../pages/active-emergencies
 

Para obtener un mapa de evacuación interactivo del condado de Chelan, visite https://tinyurl.com/whiteriverevacuationmap

Para inscribirse en el sistema de alerta de emergencia del condado de Chelan,visite https://public.alertsense.com/signup/?regionid=1184.

Clima y comportamiento del fuego: Persistirán temperaturas más fríascon mayor humedad relativa durante el fin de semana. Por la tarde, la laderaeste de Irving Peak permanecerá activa. Aunque existen condiciones ventosas, es probable que las nubes, las temperaturas más bajas y la humedad relativamás alta minimizarán una propagación significativa del fuego.

Cierres: El Bosque Nacional Okanogan-Wenatchee ha emitido un cierre ordenpara el área de White River Fire. Por favor vea la orden de cierreaquí: https://www.fs.usda.gov/.../FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1054295.pdf. Serecomienda que el público evite recrear en Little Wenatchee y White RiverRoad (FS Roads 6500 y 6400) áreas El Pacific Crest Trail no se ve afectado poreste incendio.

Restricciones: No se permiten fogatas en ningún lugar dentro del Okanogan-Bosque Nacional Wenatchee. Las Restricciones de la Etapa 2 ahora están envigor para el todo el bosque, incluidos los campamentos y las áreassilvestres:Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest - Alerts & Notices (usda.gov).

Pacific Crest Trail: El humo es visible desde Pacific Crest Trail (PCT).Tiempo actualmente no hay impacto en el PCT, los excursionistas deben saberque Little Wenatchee Ford y White River Trailheads están cerrados y no sepueden usar para acceder el PCT.

Impactos recreativos: Aparte del cierre del bosque y las restricciones contraincendios, los oficiales de los incendios recomiendan evitar recrearse en lasáreas de Little Wenatchee y White River Road (FS Roads 6500 y 6400). Sepuede ver el humo desde el Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) y este permaneceabierto y no se ve directamente afectado por los incendios. Sin embargo, lospuntos de partida de Little Wenatchee Ford y White River están cerrados y nose pueden utilizar para acceder al PCT. El Buck Creek-Spider Meadow Loop está abierto y accesible, pero el humo y la actividad de fuego cercanospueden afectar el área. Use los enlaces a continuación para obtener información actualizada sobre incendios y la calidad del aire.
 
Mensaje de seguridad:Se han visto temperaturas más frías y secciones dehumedad en la región en los últimos dos días. Sin embargo, para la próxima semanaregresará el clima típico de la temporada de incendios. Estas condiciones pudieranconducir al crecimiento del fuego y que posiblemente se inicien fuegos nuevos. Esimportante mantenerse alerta. Todavía queda al menos otro mes de temporada deincendios. Por favor, tenga cuidado.
 
En línea:https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8329/ |https://www.facebook.com/WhiteR...//www.facebook.com/nwteam7

Humo: El pronóstico actual del humo, junto con la información sobre lasrecomendaciones de salud por la calidad del aire durante períodos de humo,está disponible en: https://outlooks.airfire.org/outlook/84d849be.

Estará disponible una traducción al español en: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8329/


White River and Irving Peak Fires Update August 27 2022

Related Incident: White River (& Irving Peak)
Publication Type: News

Plain, WA – Lightning started the White River and Irving Peak Fires on August 11. They are burning on the Okanagan-Wenatchee National Forest, approximately 15 miles northwest of Plain, WA.

Operations: Yesterday’s wind brought increased fire activity and growth along the southern and southeastern flanks of the Irving Peak Fire. Minimal growth on the White River Fire was observed due to helicopters checking the fire’s spread into the afternoon along the southeastern perimeter. High winds gusting to 40 mph prevented the use of helicopters in the late afternoon. Chippers continued their work west along the Little Wenatchee Road and the 6504 Road. Dozers and masticators are opening and improving the road system north of Little Wenatchee Road to use as a fire line if needed.

Today, five engines and the Lakeview Hotshots will monitor the northern perimeter of the White River Fire if the fire approaches the prepared fire lines. Engines and firefighters working south of the White River Fire will monitor fire activity and hold the fire’s lines. With chipping and road operations south of the White River Fire complete, firefighters will start assessing the current sprinkler systems in place. The remaining five miles of chipping along the Little Wenatchee Road is expected to be complete within 48 hours.

Weather and fire behavior: Cooler temperatures with higher relative humidity will persist through the weekend. The eastern flank of Irving Peak will remain active in the afternoon. Even with breezy conditions, clouds, lower temperatures, and higher relative humidity are likely to inhibit significant fire spread.

Closures: The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has issued a closure order for the White River Fire and Irving Peak Fire area: https://www.fs.usda.gov/.../FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1054295.pdf

Restrictions: Campfires are not allowed anywhere within the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Stage 2 Restrictions are now in effect for the entire forest, including campgrounds and wilderness areas: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/okawen/alerts-notices/...

Evacuations: Current Chelan County evacuations include a Level 2 evacuation (Be Prepared) for Sears Creek Road, and Level 1 (Stay Alert) for White River Road and Little Wenatchee Road. https://www.co.chelan.wa.us/emer.../pages/active-emergencies

Recreation impacts: In addition to the forest closure and fire restrictions, fire officials recommend avoiding recreating in the Little Wenatchee and White River Road (FS Roads 6500 and 6400) areas. Smoke is visible from the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). The PCT remains open and is not directly impacted by the fires. However, the Little Wenatchee Ford and White River Trailheads are closed and cannot be used to access the PCT. The Buck Creek-Spider Meadow Loop is open and accessible but smoke and nearby fire activity may impact the area. Use the links below for updated fire and air quality information.

Safety Message: The past two days have seen cooler temperatures and pockets of moisture in the region. However, typical fire season weather will return to the region next week. These conditions can lead to fire growth and the potential for new starts. It is important to stay alert. There is still at least another month of fire season ahead. Please be careful.

Smoke: The current smoke forecast outlook, along with information about air quality health recommendations during smoky conditions, is available at: https://outlooks.airfire.org/outlook/84d849be
 

Follow Us Online: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8329/


White River and Irving Peak Fires Smoke Outlook August 27 2022

Related Incident: White River (& Irving Peak)
Publication Type: News

Fire: The White River and Irving Peak Fires are burning in the White River and Little Wenatchee drainages upstream from Lake Wenatchee. They have burned a total of 2,522 acres and are
each 1% contained. Fire progression has mostly been by backing down steep slopes along with spreading across the slopes. Clouds, lower temperatures and higher humidity will combine today to decrease fire activity.

Smoke: Gusty W-NW winds will disperse any smoke during the day, with little to no impact on communities. As winds decrease in the evening smoke will move down the river drainages. Highest concentrations will be in the Lake Wenatchee area, but some may move down to the towns on the Wenatchee River by Sunday.

Health and Safety: Potential for smoke to increase after the weekend means today is an excellent day to air out your home and complete work outdoors while air quality remains GOOD.


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