MEDICAL LAKE, Wash. – Over a year has passed since the Gray Fire devastated Medical Lake and Elk, with recovery efforts still ongoing. The fire burned through 10,000 acres, destroyed 240 homes and 86 outbuildings,
There are new developments in the Gray Fire case. The Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
DNR claims that Inland Power’s failure to properly operate, monitor, and maintain the power pole forced the department to use extensive resources to suppress the flames.
spoke about the ongoing recovery and community support. “We’re still in the rebuilding process,” she said. Many residents face a second winter without permanent homes, relying on RVs, family, or hotels.
Looking ahead, Cooper emphasized the need for local resources. “There’s probably 10 to a dozen more homes that need to be built,” she said.
Mayor Cooper encourages community involvement in recovery efforts.
