WANES Goosmus Fire

Last updated: 2024-09-26

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The type of incident is Wildfire and involves the following unit(s) Northeast Region-Department of Natural Resources.

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State: Washington

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Coordinates:

Latitude: 48° 56 48.6 Longitude: 118° 33 16.1

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NOTE: All fire perimeters and points are approximations.

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Incident Overview: Fire is estimated 1700 acresFire progression slowed overnight with rainfall yesterday evening and relative humidity recovery. Fire behavior is anticipated to become increasingly active throughout today.Aerial resources (helicopters and possibly aerial retardant) will be working on the fire throughout today.Additional crews (engine strike teams) will be arriving today.Level 3 Evacuations remain in effect for 4th of July Road west of Danville.Level 2 Evacuations remain in effect for Danville and Big Goosmus Road.NEWIIMT Type 3 Incident Management Team assumed command of the fire at 11:30am