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Chelan Hills Fire nears 20,000 acres; all evacuation orders are ‘Level 3, Go Now’
KIRO 7 News Seattle • • nation
Key Points:
- The Chelan Hills Fire in Douglas County, Washington, has rapidly spread to between 15,000 and 20,000 acres within two hours, according to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.
- Evacuation orders remain at Level 3, the highest level, with residents urged to evacuate immediately due to the fire's rapid progression.
- At least a dozen homes and buildings have been destroyed, but no deaths or injuries have been reported so far.
- The fire is located near the intersection of US 97 and Chelan Hills Acres Road in Orondo, with dry conditions contributing to its spread.
- An evacuation shelter is open at Chelan Elementary School at 324 East Johnson Avenue for displaced residents.
