WENATCHEE, Wash. – The Chelan County Sheriff’s Office has issued evacuation orders for areas near the Beehive Fire west of Wenatchee.
According to the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office, a Level 3 fire evacuation order has been issued for the following areas: Squilchuck Road south of Wenatchee Heights, Halverson Canyon, Hampton Road, Forest Ridge Road and side streets, all of Mission Ridge Road, Liberty Beehive Road, Mission Ridge Resort and Squilchuck State Park.
According to the Washington Department of Natural Resources, a Level 3 evacuation order means “GO NOW” — you are in immediate danger. Even if you do not see the danger, follow your evacuation plan and leave immediately. Delays could cost lives. If you stay, rescue may not be possible.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
This is a developing story, and more details will be provided later.
