Fire danger raised to 'very high' in Benton County

Red flag warning says WA’s Cascades ripe for wildfire

After weeks with no rain, Chelan and Douglas counties were warned of extreme fire risk Sunday. Two wildfires were already burning in the warning zone.

Fire danger raised to 'very high' in Benton County

KENNEWICK, Wash. - Fire officials have elevated the fire danger level in Benton County to 'very high' until further notice, warning residents that conditions are good for fast-spreading and hard-to-control wildfires.

Benton County officials warn of very high fire danger

High temperatures have led to high fire danger, Benton County officials said.