NEWPORT, Wash. – One person is hospitalized and an RV is destroyed following a one-acre brush fire in Newport.
Just after 2 p.m. on Aug. 16 fire crews responded to a fully engulfed RV fire at the Old American Kampground that quickly spread to nearby brush. The grounds were evacuated and neighboring business sent their employees home early.
The fire is now fully contained after burning just over one acre. The owner of the RV was transported to the hospital. We do not their their condition at this time.
Residents of the campgrounds are safe to return home. The cause of this fire is under investigation.
Last Updated: Aug. 16 at 5:10 p.m.
Fire crews in Newport are responding to a brush fire at the Old American Kampground that forced some evacuations.
The fire broke out just after 2 p.m. on Aug. 16 near the 200 block of West Walnut.
STCU posted on Facebook that their Newport branch is under an evacuation notice and will remain closed until further notice. Online and mobile banking are still available.
According to Pend Oreille Fire District 4, the fire is contained and there is no threat to the public.
NonStop Local has a crew on the way to the fire to gather more information.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information. Check back for updates.
