OKANOGAN COUNTY, Wash. — (Updated at 2:35 p.m.) A rapidly spreading lightning-caused wildfire on the Colville Reservation has triggered multiple evacuation orders across northeastern Washington.
According to Colville Tribal Broadcast, News, and Information there have been reports from the fire staff that indicate 5 primary residences have been lost.
According to Colville Tribal Broadcast, News, and Information, the Kaiser Canyon Fire has consumed 12495 acres since it started July 16, with containment at 0%. Approximately 250 firefighters are engaged in direct attack suppression using hand crews, brush trucks, air support, and dozers.
Evacuation Orders
Level 3 (GO NOW!)
Kewa Road intersection at Silver Creek down to Rodgers Bar, Inchelium, WA.
Do not wait for additional notifications or door-to-door contactLeave the area immediatelyThis may be your only evacuation notice
Wilmont Creek Rd, Inchelium, WA.Do not wait for additional notifications or door-to-door contactLeave the area immediatelyThis may be your only evacuation notice
NespelemDo not wait for additional notifications or door-to-door contactLeave the area immediatelyThis may be your only evacuation noticeFire is on top of Owhi Flats area moving north and towards Nespelem. Cache Creek RoadDo not wait for additional notifications or door-to-door contactLeave the area immediatelyFire is on top of Owhi Flats area moving north and towards Nespelem.This may be your only evacuation notice both sides of State Route 155 to Jackson RanchDo not wait for additional notifications or door-to-door contactLeave the area immediatelyFire is on top of Owhi Flats area moving north and towards Nespelem.This may be your only evacuation notice Owhi Flats Do not wait for additional notifications or door-to-door contactLeave the area immediatelyFire is on top of Owhi Flats area moving north and towards Nespelem.This may be your only evacuation notice
Nespelem to Jackson Ranch on the south side of State Route 155 (Nespelem)
Do not wait for additional notifications or door-to-door contactLeave the area immediatelyFire is moving north approaching State Route 155 near Jackson RanchThis may be your only evacuation notice
Joe Moses Road (Nespelem)
Do not wait for additional notifications or door-to-door contactLeave the area immediatelyThis may be your only evacuation notice
School Loop Road and Agency Campus (Nespelem)
Evacuate immediately north on State Route 155 toward Omak
Buffalo Lake Road, Rebecca Lake, and Belvedere (Nespelem)
Fire is active south of Buffalo Lake Road and on both sides of SR 155 near Mile Post 39, moving northResidents south of Mile Post 38: Evacuate toward Coulee DamResidents north of Mile Post 39: Evacuate toward Nespelem
Level 2 (GET SET)
Coyote Creek Rd to Kartar to Columbia River Road.
Conditions may worsen rapidlyBe prepared to leave at a moment’s notice
Gold Lake Road from the intersection of Gold Lake Road
Conditions may worsen rapidlyBe prepared to leave at a moment’s notice
Park City Loop Road to the Schillings property, Nespelem, WA.
Conditions may worsen rapidlyBe prepared to leave at a moment’s notice
Town of Nespelem, School Loop Road north on State Route 155 to Jackson Ranch
Conditions may worsen rapidlyBe prepared to leave at a moment’s notice
Area west of SR 155, north of Nespelem to the Catholic Cemetery
Conditions may worsen rapidlyBe prepared to leave at a moment’s notice
Road Status
State Route 155 is CLOSED from Park City Loop to Rebecca Lake RoadCreek due to wildfire. Avoid the area and seek an alternate route.Columbia River Road remains CLOSED from Nespelem Agency to Coyote Creek RdBuffalo Lake Road is closed to Peter Damn RoadCache Creek Road CLOSED from Nespelem to Hwy 21 in Ferry County
Emergency Shelters for Residents
Omak Long House, 25 Mission Road, Omak, WACoulee Dam High School Gym, 503 Crest Drive, Coulee Dam, WAOmak Community Center, 601 Benton St, Omak, WA
Animal Shelters
Ridge Riders Rodeo Grounds, 2209 Alcan Road NE, Grand Coulee, WAOkanogan County Fairgrounds, 175 Rodeo Trail, Okanogan, WA
Residents who used animal shelters are responsible for caring for their animals.
Power Outage Update
According to Nespelem Valley Electric Cooperative (NVEC), the utility is working to restore power to the region following a lightning strike that damaged Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) transmission lines.
An Okanogan PUD line crew is assisting the Nespelem Valley Electric line crew by helping set poles and keep the power on for members.
Safety Reminders
Be aware of your surroundings and be prepared to take action if conditions change. Use caution and watch for emergency vehicles and first responders in the area.
Additional Alert
According to Okanogan County Emergency Management, a Level 1 advisory has been issued for a wildfire between Danzell Mountain and Hunter Mountain near Methow.
Residents in that area should be aware of their surroundings and be prepared to take action if conditions change.
Monitor Okanogan County Emergency Management Active Incidents page for the latest updates.
