Air Quality Awareness, Fire Mobilizations

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

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State fire resources were mobilized for the B and O Fire in Okanogan County and the Ryegrass Coulee Fire in Kittitas County on July 9 and July 8, respectively. The B and O Fire, started July 9 at 2:14 p.m., is estimated at 2,000 acres and threatens homes and infrastructure. The Ryegrass Coulee Fire, ignited July 8 at 4:51 p.m., covers 600 acres and is burning in grass, brush, and timber near Vantage. Both fires have Level 2 and Level 3 evacuations in effect. The State Fire Marshal’s Office issued an air quality advisory warning of health risks from wildfire smoke, including respiratory issues for sensitive groups. Residents are advised to check air quality via AirNow and use air filters or respirators when outdoors.

📄 Source: Washington State Patrol — https://wsp.wa.gov/

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State fire resources were mobilized for the B and O Fire in Okanogan County“State fire assistance has been mobilized under the Washington State Fire Services Resource Mobilization Plan in support of local firefighters working to contain the B and O Fire located in Okanogan County, near the town of Okanogan.”
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State fire resources were mobilized for the Ryegrass Coulee Fire in Kittitas County“State fire assistance has been mobilized under the Washington State Fire Services Resource Mobilization Plan in support of local firefighters working to contain the Ryegrass Coulee Fire located in Kittitas County, near Vantage.”
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The B and O Fire was on July 9“The B and O Fire started on July 9, 2026, at approximately 2:14 p.m.”
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The B and O Fire started at 2:14 p.m.“The B and O Fire started on July 9, 2026, at approximately 2:14 p.m.”
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The B and O Fire is estimated at 2,000 acres“This fire is estimated at 2,000 acres and growing.”
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The B and O Fire threatens homes and infrastructure“It is burning in grass and brush, and is threatening homes, infrastructure, and public safety.”
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The Ryegrass Coulee Fire was on July 8“The Ryegrass Coulee Fire started on July 8, 2026, at approximately 4:51 p.m.”
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The Ryegrass Coulee Fire started at 4:51 p.m.“The Ryegrass Coulee Fire started on July 8, 2026, at approximately 4:51 p.m.”
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The Ryegrass Coulee Fire covers 600 acres“This fire is estimated at 600 acres and growing.”
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The Ryegrass Coulee Fire is burning in grass, brush, and timber“It is burning in grass, brush, and timber and is threatening homes, power infrastructure, and structures in the community of Vantage.”
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The Ryegrass Coulee Fire is near Vantage“The Ryegrass Coulee Fire located in Kittitas County, near Vantage.”
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Both fires have Level 2 evacuations in effect“Level 2 and Level 3 evacuations are in effect at this time.”
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Both fires have Level 3 evacuations in effectNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The State Fire Marshal’s Office issued an air quality advisoryNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The air quality advisory warns of health risks from wildfire smoke“Exposure to wildfire smoke can lead to a range of health issues, particularly for sensitive groups such as children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular conditions. The toxic gases and fine particles in smoke can exacerbate asthma, cause respiratory infections, and lead to other serious health problems.”
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The air quality advisory includes respiratory issues for sensitive groups“Exposure to wildfire smoke can lead to a range of health issues, particularly for sensitive groups such as children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular conditions.”
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Residents are advised to check air quality via AirNow“Check out resources such as the AirNow Fire and Smoke Map to get a real-time look at air quality in your area.”
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Residents are advised to use air filters or respirators when outdoors“Use air filters in your home to ensure a safe space for respite from outside smoke. When outside, use a respirator to filter out smoke from the air.”