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Posted: Jul 1, 2015

Marysville: Search continues for two arsonists possibly linked to I-5 brush fires

The search continues for two men who investigators believe could be responsible for multiple brush fires that started along Interstate 5 Tuesday afternoon. WSDOT cameras captured images as brush fires started one by one along I-5. At least nine fires started within a couple of hours, and it didn’t take investigators long to notice something strange.
- PUB DATE: 6/30/2015 11:04:30 PM - SOURCE: KCPQ-TV FOX 13
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Posted: Jul 1, 2015

Many homes burned in Sleepy Hollow Fire had cedar roofs

Homeowners in the Broadview neighborhood say they were given a choice between wood, tile or slate roofs. At least one homeowner says this may have been the reason so many homes were lost. Fourteen years ago, Carolyn Barnes and her husband built their dream home in the hills above Wenatchee. 48 hours after a fire ripped through her neighborhood, she's taking a look at the damage and wondering why she was so lucky.
- PUB DATE: 6/30/2015 10:47:17 PM - SOURCE: KHQ-TV NBC 6
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Posted: Jun 30, 2015

Wenatchee industrial fire may have burned hazardous materials

Another big challenge for firefighters in Wenatchee is a smoldering industrial fire, right in the middle of town. They're concerned possibly-hazardous materials may have burned, but on Tuesday the melted structures were so hot, firefighters weren't able to take a close look. "It was the scariest thing I think I've ever seen in my life," said Kari Erickson, who runs Wenatchee School of Karate, right down the street from the industrial fire.
- PUB DATE: 6/30/2015 8:19:12 PM - SOURCE: KING-TV NBC 5
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Posted: Jun 30, 2015

Brush fire concerns skyrocket as temperatures soar

He stands on a rich carpet of green grass in front of his home, a popsicle in one hand, a garden hose in the other. Yes, Asgar Ali takes pride in his property. But the watering is about more than just good looks. "My lawn is green and wet so it doesn't catch fire," he said on a day his fire department issued a warning about the unusually high number of brush fires over the past month.
- PUB DATE: 6/30/2015 7:42:34 PM - SOURCE: KOMO-TV ABC 4 and Radio 1000
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Posted: Jun 30, 2015

Fire Department prepares for strict enforcement in Yakima County

With the holiday weekend right around the corner, firefighters want you to be aware of the consequences of illegal fireworks. Using fireworks is a misdemeanor offense, which could mean a $1,000 fine, or up to 90 days in jail. Fire Stations throughout Yakima County will have extra patrols on duty, to make sure no illegal activity sparks flames.
- PUB DATE: 6/30/2015 5:29:04 PM - SOURCE: KIMA-TV CBS 29 Yakima
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