Western Railroad Discussion > Fire in Eastern Washington

So far eastern Washington had been lucky compared to last year, with no large fires. That lucky streak ended today. Big wind driven fire started this morning near Irby, WA This likely could affect the BNSF's Columbia River sub between Odessa and Wilson Creek, WA. Parallel Hwy28 is already closed and people in the area are being evacuated.

Ted Curphey
Ontario, OR

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I saw all that from the house. Hope they have it under control.

Larry

Fire started up by Lake Chelan today also.

After starting four small grass fires near Hilt, CA, the CORP has added a water spraying tank car behind the power on their Weed, CA to Medford, OR trains.  Car was coming anyway, just didn't arrive in time.  A second tank car is coming which will eliminate the awkward exchange at Hornbrook, CA.  Fortunately the fires were extinguished quickly keeping the largest at 23 acres.  The area is quite dry and with temps reaching the 105-106 range, it is going to stay very delicate.

Rob

Looks like the luck ran out east of Yakima for the area south west of you looks to be a monster out by the firing range.