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High Lava Fire grows to 409 acres

Friday, August 7, 2026

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The High Lava Fire grew to an estimated 409 acres on Wednesday, according to public records. The Skyo Fire, which was previously active, has been contained.

The fire activity in Gifford Pinchot National Forest impacts local residents through potential evacuations, smoke, and road closures. The Washington Department of Natural Resources reported the fire's growth, with no immediate threats to structures noted as of Wednesday.

📄 Source: Local Government — https://tdn.com/news/local/

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The High Lava Fire grew to an estimated 409 acres“The High Lava Fire grew to an estimated 409 acres Wednesday.”
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The growth of the High Lava Fire was reported on Wednesday“The High Lava Fire grew to an estimated 409 acres Wednesday.”
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The Skyo Fire, which was previously active, has been contained“High Lava Fire grows in Gifford Pinchot, while Skyo Fire is contained Minka Atkinson The High Lava Fire grew to an estimated 409 acres Wednesday.”
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Fire activity in Gifford Pinchot National Forest impacts local residents through potential evacuationsNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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Fire activity in Gifford Pinchot National Forest impacts local residents through smokeNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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Fire activity in Gifford Pinchot National Forest impacts local residents through road closuresNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The Washington Department of Natural Resources reported the fire's growthNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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No immediate threats to structures were noted as of WednesdayNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.