GRANT COUNTY, Wash. — Fire crews have fully contained the fire in the McConihe area and are mopping up the remaining flames.
According to GCSO, deputies have issued a citation for 2nd-degree reckless burning, a gross misdemeanor for the person who caused the fire.
Last updated: June 1 at 6:21 p.m.
Level 3 evacuations have been lowered to level 2 (Be Ready!)
Residents living those living east from Road 6.6 to Road 5 in the McConihe area should be ready to evacuate but may return home.
Last updated: June 1 at 5:50 p.m.
Level 3 evacuations are issued in Grant County for a wildfire.
The Grant County Sheriff’s Office confirmed those living east from Road 6.6 to Road 5 in the McConihe area need to “Go Now!”
GCSO said the fire is about 10 acres and no structures have been lost or damaged. All affected homes have been notified and visited by deputies.
“A wind shift caused the fire to run into unburned fuel and toward homes,” GCSO said.
There is no estimated time when the evacuation will be lifted.
This is an ongoing story and will be updated when more information is available.
