Evacuation warnings downgraded for Colwash Fire in Washington state

United States

First seen: Aug 25, 2026, 5:47 AM UTCUpdated: Aug 25, 2026, 11:32 PM UTC

WHAT HAPPENED

Evacuation levels in Yakima and Benton counties were downgraded to Level 1, or “Get Ready,” for the Colwash Fire. The fire continues to pose a hazard to nearby communities.

SO WHAT?

Wildfire conditions can still threaten residents and require renewed evacuations.

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Colwash Fire evacuation levels lowered in Yakima and Benton Counties

Aug 25, 2026, 11:32 PM UTC

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Evacuation notices dropped for Colwash Fire in Yakima and Benton counties

Aug 25, 2026, 9:17 PM UTC

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Yakima and Benton County evacuations downgraded to Level 1 (Get Ready) for Colwash Fire

Aug 25, 2026, 5:47 AM UTC