"This fire is notable due to the significant resources committed, with an estimated cost of $490,000, and the presence of complex fire behavior, including smoldering, flanking, and torching."
The ROYAL LAKE wildfire is located in Adams County, Washington, approximately 46.86330089161° N, 119.36114522305° W. The fire is reported to be 1995 acres in size, with 100% containment as of the latest update. The fire was discovered on July 16, 2026, at 17:00:00, and its cause remains undetermined. The USFWS is the jurisdictional agency responsible for managing the fire. The fire behavior is currently described as minimal, with some smoldering, flanking, and torching observed on August 7, 2026. The situation has remained relatively stable, with no growth in size and continued containment.
Official source description: 8 Miles NW from Othello, WA
Minimal; Smoldering; Flanking; Torching
Given the current minimal fire behavior and 100% containment, general wildfire safety guidance applies. However, it is essential to remain vigilant and follow any local instructions or guidelines from the USFWS and other authorities.
IRWIN ID: {44638280-5DE8-4DC6-80A7-FFAD08125216}
Discovered: Jul 16, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Managing Agency: USFWS
Est. Cost to Date: $490,000
Coordinates: 46.8633, -119.3611
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The ROYAL LAKE Fire has burned 1,995 acres as of August 7, 2026.
Yes, the ROYAL LAKE Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The ROYAL LAKE Fire is burning in Adams, WA.
No, the ROYAL LAKE Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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