1,150-Acre Benton County Fire Prompts Evacuation Orders

Benton County wildfire threatens buildings, farmland

The fire between Benton City and West Richland was first reported on Friday. As of Saturday, it was still uncontained.

1,150-acre Benton County fire prompts evacuation orders

Firefighters have stopped the forward progress of a fast-moving wildfire along that crossed multiple highways and threatened nearby structures. Officials said the fire was around 1,151 acres and is currently 0% contained.

Fire near Tri-Cities and West Richland: Map, evacuation updates as wildfire spreads in Benton County, WA

A wildfire near Benton City has triggered Level evacuation orders as officials warn residents of an immediate threat and urge them to leave.

Fire near Tri-Cities and West Richland: Map, evacuation updates as wildfire spreads in Benton County, WA - THE LOCAL REPORT ARTICLES

A wildfire near Benton City in Benton County, Washington, had burned about 1,000 acres by early September 26, with no containment reported. The 2nd St Fire is listed near the 11,000 block of NE 2nd St, according to Watch Duty. A wildfire near Benton City has triggered Level evacuation orders as officials warn residents of ...