CHELAN, Wash. — The Pioneer Fire has grown to 3,800 acres near the north shore of Lake Chelan. At 0% containment, the fire is expected to continue burning until late October, according to Inciweb.
The fire was around 300 acres last week but grew over ten times its size. The fire has been "actively moving up and down the lake," according to Inciweb. Officials suspect the fire began as a structure fire that spread to the wildland. However, the cause is still under investigation. The fire initially sparked on Saturday, June 8.
Air quality was listed in the Moderate range for Methow, Manson and Chelan on Tuesday morning.
Evacuations:
Evacuations are in place due to the Pioneer Fire.
A Level 3 (Go Now) evacuation order is in effect from just north of Moore Point south to Canoe Creek.
A Level 2 (Be Prepared) evacuation is in effect from Canoe Creek to Lone Fir Creek, and from just north of Moore Point up to, and including, Flick Creek Campground.
A Level 1 (Stay Alert) evacuation order is in place from Lone Fir Creek down to Safety Harbor, and from Flick Creek Campground up to, and including, Fourmile Creek camping area.
In the event you need to evacuate, track KING 5’s traffic resources to help you navigate western Washington roads and get to your destination safely.