Byrd Canyon Fire, approximately 13,300 acres, just north of Entiat Washington, is burning in grass and shrub. The burnout is complete and crews will start to mop up. Resources will be shifted to First Creek as needed. This fire is considered 35% contained.
The First Creek Fire, 10 miles west of Lake Chelan, is approximately 500 acres. It is burning in very difficult and steep terrain. The Del Rosa and Entiat Hotshot crews will be working in this area. Crews will scout and construct control lines while looking for contingency lines. A Level 3 evacuation was issued yesterday for First Creek and Granite Creek. Crews are implementing structure protection.