UPDATE 4:11
Spokane County Fire District 3 said Air Operations estimate the fire at 50 acres. The fire is actively spotting and torching.
UPDATE 3:58
Level 3 evacuations have been issued from Bonnie Lake to Texas Ferry Road, extending to the north tip of Bonnie Lake.
Level 3 means go now. You are in immediate danger. Even if you don’t see the threat, follow your evacuation plan and leave immediately. Delaying could cost lives. If you stay, rescue may not be possible.
ROSALIA, Wash. — Spokane County Fire District 3 firefighters are battling a brush fire near Bonnie Lake.
According to the fire district, crews began responding around 3:20 p.m. Wednesday to a fire initially reported at 2:51 p.m. near West Cheney Plaza and South Texas Ferry Road.
Firefighters said they are working to locate the smoke column and believe the fire is on or near Bonnie Lake. The area is difficult to access, described as a box canyon with limited nearby roads.
Officials said the Washington State Department of Natural Resources will send air resources to help fight the fire.
