UPDATE 7:15 p.m. Thursday, June 19 — Kittitas Valley Fire and Rescue reports that firefighters and aerial resources have stopped the progression of the fire. There has been a significant decrease in fire activity, but crews will continue to work to suppress the fire and remain on scene. The fire is estimated to be about 60 acres. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Evacuation notices will continue to be managed by the Kittitas County Sheriff’s Office.
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A fast-growing brush fire near Trail Creek Road off Colockum Road has triggered evacuations in rural Kittitas County, according to Kittitas Valley Fire and Rescue and the Kittitas County Sheriff’s Office.
The fire, which is estimated at over 20 acres, is burning through heavy brush, grass, and timber.
Firefighters from KVFR and the Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are working together to contain the flames, with air resources supporting ground crews.
The Kittitas County Sheriff’s Office has issued a Level 3 (GO NOW) evacuation notice for all residences on Colockum Road north of the 9000 block.
A Level 2 (BE SET) evacuation alert has been issued for properties south of the 9000 block to Trail Creek.
Officials have not reported any damage to structures, but the fire’s location in rugged terrain and its potential for rapid growth prompted the urgent evacuation orders.
No injuries have been reported.
Fire crews continue to monitor conditions closely, and residents in the area are urged to follow official guidance and prepare to leave if conditions worsen.
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