VIDEO: Seattle firefighters are hoping the launch of new rescue equipment will turn back a troubling rise in water deaths. King County has seen elevated drowning numbers over the past four years, with the number of deaths increasing more than 60% since 2018. Now, Seattle firefighters respond to about 70 water rescues a year, according to recent data from the Seattle Fire Department.
- PUB DATE: 7/2/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KCPQ-TV FOX 13 Seattle

PHOTOS: The Hillman fire in Yakima's West Valley was contained overnight after destroying two homes and a shop on Monday. The fire started around 3:40 p.m. in the 1100 block of Hillman Road. It charred about 150 acres, along with structures and numerous power poles and transformers, according to the West Valley Fire Department.
- PUB DATE: 7/2/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: Yakima Herald-Republic - Metered Site

The Fire US Forest Service is reporting minimal growth for the lightning caused South Fork Fire burning 25 miles southwest of Naches. Fire activity is low and suppression activities were aided by moisture received over the fire area on Saturday, June 29. Due to improved mapping, the fire is estimated to be 27 acres.
- PUB DATE: 7/1/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KIMA-TV CBS/CW+ 29 Yakima

The Everett Fire Department (EFD) has responded to two incidents in the past week, both involving young children falling from third-story windows in their homes, according to a news release. These accidents resulted in significant injuries and both went to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle for medical care.
- PUB DATE: 7/1/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: My Northwest

Okanogan County Emergency Management has announced the lifting of all evacuation orders for residents affected by the 278-acre Gold Creek Fire. The fire, which started on June 22 and has burned 278 acres, is now 70% contained, with crews actively mopping up the remaining blaze. According to the Northwest Washington Interagency Incident Management Team, as of June 27, firefighters have achieved 70% containment of the fire.
- PUB DATE: 6/28/2024 4:30:00 AM - SOURCE: KAYU-TV FOX 28 Spokane