KELLER, Wash. – Level 2 (Get Set) orders have been issued for the Swawilla Fire near Keller.
According to fire officials, the Swawilla Basin Road is closed except to local residences.
Evacuation orders have been issued to the following areas:
Level 2 (Get Set): North line of Township (T28N R32E), Intersection of Swawilla Basin Road to Lake Roosevelt. Keller Ferry, north along Highway 21 to the north township line. Level 1 (Get Ready): Manila Creek Road, between Swawilla Basin Road and Highway 21. Swawilla Basin Road is on the south line of Township (T29N R32E) to Highway 21.
The Swawilla was started d by lightning on July 17, according to firefighters. The Swawilla fire is located 10 miles southwest of Keller and roughly estimated at 1,440 acres and is 0% contained.
Another nearby fire, the Owhi fire, was located 7 miles northeast of Nespelem and is roughly estimated to be 88 acres. Its progression stopped on July 18.
Fire crews are working to strengthen firelines and work on containments.
The Colville Tribes Emergency Management has also opened an Evacuation Center at the Senior Meal, located at 7 Jim James Rd, Keller, WA 99140.
Level 1 and 2 evacuations mean:
Level 1: Evacuation or protection alert
A wildfire threat is in your area. It would be wise to consider planning and/or packing, in the event an evacuation becomes necessary.
Level 2: Evacuation warning or notice.
High probability of a need to evacuate. You should prepare now by packing the necessary items and preparing your family, pets, and vehicle for potential departure
