KXLY
July 13, 2021 2:48 PM Connor Sarles
NESPELEM, Wash. The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation have declared a state of emergency due to several wildfires burning in the area.
The Reservation is closed to the public and to industrial activities, and an Industrial Fire Precaution Level IV general shutdown closes all forest roads. State and county improved roads, either paved or gravel, remain open.
The Chuweah Creek Fire has burned 10,000 acres more than 15 square miles in Nespelem, destroying homes and buildings, with the risk only increasing later this week as temperatures rise and gusty winds blow through the area.
All tribal government operations in Nespelem are closed.
3 wildfires burning near Nespelem in Okanogan County
krem.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from krem.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
3 wildfires burning in Nespelem area force hundreds to evacuate
king5.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from king5.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.