Winona Fire burns 5,000 acres, prompting Level 3 evacuations

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Winona, WA — Fire crews are still on scene and will be throughout the night, per Whitman County Sheriff’s Office.

Last Updated: August 18, 7:42 p.m.

The Winona Fire is now standing at 5,000 acres. It is burning in grass and brush and is threatening cropland, rangeland, and primary and secondary structures.

Last Updated: August 18, 6:12 p.m.

Level 3 evacuations have been issued for the town of Winona as crews attack a 1,500-acre fire.

State mobilization has been requested.


 

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