The Ptarmigan Fire Information Center announced on Monday that over 23,000 acres in Okanogan County had been burned by the Ptarmigan Fire. Fire officials believe the wildfire, which is burning about 20 miles NW of Mazama, was started by lightning. It was discovered on July 17 and is around 8% contained as of Monday, August 11.
The public is asked to avoid the FSR 5200 while improvements occur. Several closures remain in place on the Okanogan‑Wenatchee National Forest, including Harts Pass Road at Monument Creek Trailhead and the PCT from the West Fork Methow Trail. Level 2 fire restrictions are in effect.
There are no current evacuations in place for this fire. Level 2 fire restrictions are in effect.
KIRO-TV CBS 7 Seattle
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