Carlton Complex largest wildfire in state history
The Carlton Complex fire has charred more than 250,000 acres as of Tuesday morning, becoming the largest wildfire in Washington state history.
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Watermelon Hill fire 60 percent contained
The Watermelon Hill fire burning near Cheney now stands at 60 percent contained, and remains at 11,000 acres.
Residents try to outlast Carlton Complex fire
The firefight continued Monday on the 240,000 acre Carlton Complex fire that's burned more than 150 homes. Highway 20 was closed again over Loup Loup Pass and more evacuations were put in place.
Farmers see livelihood burned to ashes by Watermelon Hill fire
Firefighters have reached 40-percent containment on the Watermelon Hill fire south of Cheney, which, thanks go better GPS mapping, is being assessed at 11,000 acres in size and all evacuations have been downgraded to Level One.
New evacuation notices for Carlton Complex fire go out
New evacuation notices have gone out Monday night in North Central Washington as the Carlton Complex fire has scorched more than 240,000 acres and destroyed 150 homes.
Help Washington wildfire victims
KXLY4 is partnering with Spokane Safeway stores to collect donations for the American Red Cross to raise money for Washington wildfire victims.
Spokane residents donate water, generators to Carlton Complex fire victims
Some of the hardest hit towns in Central Washington will have a tough road ahead even after the Carlton Complex has come and gone, and that's where people from our area are stepping up to give them a helping hand.
Working 4 You: Help fire victims without being scammed
Watching the fires burning in north central Washington, it's easy to feel helpless. But, be careful: scammers are ready to take advantage of your sympathy.
Firefighters strengthening lines around Watermelon Hill fire
Several dozen firefighters are continuing their efforts to strengthen the lines around the Watermelon Hill fire outside Cheney Monday.
Montana Guard helicopters, soldiers to help with fires
The Montana Army National Guard sent 17 soldiers and two CH-47 Chinook helicopters to Washington state to support wildfire fighting operations.
Better weather to aid in Washington wildfire fight
Calmer winds and cooler temperatures are allowing firefighters to go on the offensive against a giant wildfire burning in Washington State.
Wildfire smoke lowers E. Washington air quality
Drifting wildfire smoke has lowered air quality in much of Eastern Washington and parts of northern Idaho.
Whiskey Complex Fire almost 50 percent contained
Firefighters continue to gain the upper hand on two wildfires burning in the Boise National Forest.
2 Wyoming air tankers in Boise to fight wildfires
Two military air tankers from Wyoming are in Boise to help fight wildfires in the Pacific Northwest.
Firefighters continue assault on Carlton Complex fires
Firefighters continued their assault on the Carlton Complex fires on Sunday.
Watermelon Hill Fire is tough test for firefighters
The Watermelon Hill Fire continues to burn just outside of Cheney, Wash. At last check, the fire was estimated to be about 13,000 acres.
Watermelon Hill Fire burns 13,000 acres
The Watermelon Hill Fire burning near Cheney, Wash. has now burned approximately 13,000 acres. The fire is still zero percent contained.
Displaced resident reflects on Pateros fire
More than 100 people have checked into Chelan High School for the Red Cross evacuation center. Washington Governor Jay Inslee was there Friday to give an update on how the government is helping out with the firestorm.
Firestorm forces mass exodus from Central Washington towns
Multiple wildfires across Central Washington have left unbelievable destruction in their wake, charring hundreds of thousands of acres and forcing the evacuation of several communities.
Guard deploys troops, choppers to fire lines
The Washington National Guard has deployed 50 personnel and six choppers to support firefighting efforts in Central Washington.
Firestorm burns down into Pateros
The Carlton Complex blew up Thursday night, burning into the town of Pateros, reportedly leveling numerous homes and businesses and forcing widespread evacuations.
Carlton Complex showing no signs of slowing down
The Carlton Complex fire, which devastated the town of Pateros Thursday night, shows no signs of letting up due to increasing winds Friday.
