# Wildfires in Washington State

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/wildfires-in-washington-state
> Updated: 2026-08-17T23:13:09.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 3.

The Little Giant Fire, ignited by lightning in mid-July in the Okanogan‑Wenatchee National Forest, has expanded to approximately 134,600 acres. While the blaze has slowed slightly due to higher moisture levels and lighter winds, containment remains low at 10%.

Significant property damage has been reported in the Entiat Valley. Assessments by the Chelan County Assessor’s Office, Emergency Management, and Chelan County Fire District 8 indicate that at least 35 structures have been destroyed, including two primary residences, 13 secondary homes or cabins, and more than 20 outbuildings. As of Monday afternoon, 272 structures were located within Level 3 ‘go now’ evacuation zones, primarily in the Entiat River Valley.

Firefighting efforts have included strategic firing operations and controlled burns along Chiwawa River Road, as well as the use of masticators to remove vegetation and fuel along Pole Ridge. Smoke from the fire continues to affect air quality in the Wenatchee Valley and surrounding areas.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-17: Little Giant Fire destroys over 30 structures in Entiat Valley

The Little Giant Fire has burned over 134,600 acres and destroyed at least 35 structures in Washington's Entiat Valley. The blaze is 10% contained, with hundreds of structures still under threat.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/little-giant-fire-destroys-over-30-structures-in-entiat-valley

### 2026-08-08: Wildfires threaten North Cascades and Chelan County structures

Wildfires in Washington's North Cascades and Chelan County are forcing evacuations and threatening structures, with the Little Giant Fire exceeding 111,000 acres.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wildfires-threaten-north-cascades-and-chelan-county-structures

### 2026-07-21: Little Giant Fire in Washington's Chelan County burns nearly 800 acres

The Little Giant Fire in Washington's Chelan County, sparked by lightning on July 15, has burned about 793 acres, prompting a Level 1 fire advisory and road closures around Trinity.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/little-giant-fire-in-washingtons-chelan-county-burns-nearly-800-acres

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