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The Chelan-Douglas Health District seeks new members for its Board of Health as terms for several members expire in December. Positions available include a public health professional and a community stakeholder, with applications due by October 6. Incoming members will help guide public health initiatives in Chelan and Douglas counties starting January 2026.
A community meeting regarding the Lower Sugarloaf and Labor Mountain Fires is scheduled for 6 p.m. tonight at the Entiat School District Building. As the fire expands to 13,326 acres, evacuations and burn operations are ongoing in the area.
The Lower Sugarloaf Fire expanded to 12,453 acres due to strong northwest winds and dry fuel conditions. Evacuations have been ordered for Ardenvoir and the Entiat River Valley as firefighters implement suppression strategies to protect nearby structures. Smoke impacts visibility in local communities, prompting an Air Quality Alert.
Lightning storms over the weekend sparked a dozen small wildfires in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, with the Dirty Face Fire being the largest at 6.5 acres. Firefighting efforts include personnel on site and aerial support to combat difficult terrain. Aerial reconnaissance will continue to monitor for any holdover fires.
The Lower Sugarloaf Fire has expanded to approximately 10,000 acres northeast of Leavenworth, prompting increased firefighting efforts. Firefighters are implementing a full suppression strategy while managing evacuation notices and air quality alerts in the region.
Firefighters face critical weather conditions as thunderstorms and gusty winds threaten the Lower Sugarloaf Fire in Washington. The fire has burned 9,077 acres with no containment, prompting multiple evacuation levels in Chelan County. Authorities urge residents to avoid the area for safety.
Chelan County Fire District 5 will host a community meet and greet on September 11, 2025, for finalists in the Deputy Fire Chief recruitment. Three candidates emerged from an initial review of seven, with interviews scheduled for the following day. The selected candidate will be announced at a special meeting on September 15.
Manson School District received over $275,000 in grant funding from the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program. This funding will support the expansion of after-school and non-school-day programs aimed at enhancing academic support, enrichment activities, and family engagement for students.
The Lower Sugarloaf Fire has expanded to over 7,700 acres as the Northwest Complex Incident Management Team takes command. Firefighters are prioritizing public safety and structure protection while facing challenging weather conditions that could worsen fire behavior. Evacuation advisories have been issued in Chelan County, affecting nearby communities.
The City Council and Lake Chelan Airport Board will host a Zoom conference from September 5 to September 9, 2025. Attendees can participate remotely, enhancing accessibility for local residents. This event aims to address key community issues and gather public input.