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OR-204 remains closed due to Hagen Fire

Walla Walla County, WA · 08-13

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Chances for lightning fires Wednesday - Sunday, big surge in smoke Wednesday evening

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Kennewick, WA · 08-12

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Hagen and Paradise morning update: Progress reported on spot fires

UMATILLA, UNION, WALLA WALLA COUNTIES – Firefighters made good progress Monday on spot fires for both the Hagen and Paradise fires. Northern Rockies Team 6 Incident Commander Rich Cowger reports that slightly higher relative humidity will help moderate fire activity. He says fire growth and smoke columns are still expected in the afternoon, especially in grassy areas.

Walla Walla County, WA · 08-11
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Weather Pattern Becoming Active from Wednesday Onward, Thunderstorm Chances Increasing.

Weather Pattern Becoming Active from Wednesday Onward, Thunderstorm Chances Increasing. ☀️ Weather Brief: Dry and seasonably warm today with breezy west winds this afternoon. 🌬️ Sm…

Kennewick, WA · 08-11
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Kennewick donation drive helps Spokane County fire evacuees

More than 60,000 people had to leave their homes because of the fires. The fires had damaged or destroyed more than 900 structures and burned more than 10,000 acres combined.

Spokane County, WA · 08-08

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Fire Weather Concerns Persist Despite Cooler Temperatures and Higher Humidity Levels

Fire Weather Concerns Persist Despite Cooler Temperatures and Higher Humidity Levels. Good evening, everyone! We're looking at another stretch of classic August weather across th…

Kennewick, WA · 08-10

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Paradise and Hagen fire updates for Aug 9, 2026

UNION, UMATILLA & WALLOWA COUNTIES — (Update from Northern Rockies Team 6) f. Fire behavior will depend on smoke coverage again on Sunday as the weather enters a slightly more moderate trend. The fire activity will increase in the afternoon if the smoke clears and the sunlight warms the fuels on the ground or if there is wind-slope alignment. The east and south side of both fires are the most active. Crews were able to hold the Hagen fire west of Highway 204 overnight, however it did cross the North Fork of the Umatilla River. Prepping continues along the Highway 204 corridor to prepare for the fire edge which is expected to arrive in the Tollgate area south of the highway today.

Umatilla County, OR · 08-09

Apple Valley News Now

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Hagen and Three Queens Fire see expanded evacuations over the weekend

Walla Walla County, WA · 08-10

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Cooler Sunday Ahead: Highs Near 90° with Lower Fire Danger and Improving Humidity

🌤️ Sunday: Slightly cooler with highs near 90°. Still dry and breezy, but humidity begins to improve. Fire danger lowers somewhat, though elevated concerns remain. Smoke may continue to create hazy skies. 🌫️🍃🌡️ For the latest air quality updates, wildfire impacts, current temperatures, and our hour-by-hour forecast wherever you're headed this weekend, be sure to download the Apple Valley News Now Weather App . You'll get live radar, customizable alerts, and the latest forecast updates right on your phone. Stay weather aware and stay safe. ​COPYRIGHT 2026 BY APPLE VALLEY NEWS NOW. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR REDISTRIBUTED.

Kennewick, WA · 08-09

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Wildfire Smoke Impacts Local Farmers as Air Quality Concerns Continue

RICHLAND, WA - With air quality alerts impacting the region, some Tri-Cities residents may be wondering whether it’s safe to shop for fresh produce at local farmers markets — and how the smoke is affecting the farmers who grow it.

Richland, WA · 08-07

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Evacuation levels increased for Hagen Fire

UMATILLA & UNION COUNTIES — (Press release from the Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office) August 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. A Joint Emergency Operation Center including Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office, Umatilla County Emergency Management, Union County Sheriff’s Office, Union County Emergency Management and Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) remain actively engaged with the Incident Management Team for Hagen Fire.

Umatilla County, OR · 08-08

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Paradise Fire Evacuations

A red flag warning is in effect for Umatilla and Walla Walla Counties as the Paradise Fire burns. The evacuation level is set at level 2, which means to get ready to leave.

Walla Walla County, WA · 08-08

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8/8/26 early afternoon updates on the and

Franklin County, WA · 08-08

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Paradise and Hagen fire updates for Aug 8, 2026

UMATILLA & UNION COUNTIES — (Update from Northern Rockies Team 6) Fire behavior is significantly more intense as the hot, dry weather continues. Expect smoke columns Saturday as early as 10 or 11 am, especially on the east side of both of the fires. The Hagen Fire is expected to move towards Highway 204, possibly impacting it in the afternoon. The Paradise Fire may reach the wilderness area Saturday afternoon as well. The night divisions on both fires saw active burning all through the night and picked up several spot fires from Friday’s runs. Firefighters are doing everything they can to limit spread while prioritizing their own safety.

Umatilla County, OR · 08-08

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Poor air quality forces athletes indoors as wildfire smoke blankets region

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Kennewick, WA · 08-06

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Air Quality Alert Issued Monday for Benton County, Columbia Basin

Air Quality Alert for Benton County, Tri-Cities Due to Smoke

Benton County, WA · 08-03

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Paradise Fire evacuations expand into Umatilla County

Umatilla County, OR · 08-06

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Wildfire Smoke Settling Over the Tri-Cities This Week. What You Need to Know

The Benton Clean Air Agency issued an Air Quality Alert this morning as wildfire smoke from regional fires settles over Benton County, and it could last all week.

Benton County, WA · 08-03

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Smoke thinning Thursday evening? Highs around 100° Thursday through Saturday

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Kennewick, WA · 08-05