"This fire is notable due to the resources committed, with an estimated cost of $250,000 and 24 personnel involved."
The SOUTH CONNELL wildfire is located in Franklin County, Washington, approximately 46.5889° N latitude and 118.9617° W longitude. The fire is reported to be 750 acres in size, with 100% containment as of August 7, 2026. The cause of the fire is undetermined. The fire behavior is described as moderate, with uphill runs and flanking. The fire was first reported on August 3, 2026, at 18:49:01, and the jurisdictional agency is currently unknown. The fire has not grown in size since its initial report, and containment has remained at 100%.
Official source description: 4 Miles NE from Connell, WA
Moderate; Uphill Runs; Flanking
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Mesa. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies, as the fire behavior is currently moderate with uphill runs and flanking.
IRWIN ID: {CA496371-829F-451A-BA95-CF681BD7A468}
Discovered: Aug 3, 2026
Cause: Human
Est. Cost to Date: $250,000
Coordinates: 46.5889, -118.9617
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The SOUTH CONNELL Fire has burned 750 acres as of August 7, 2026.
Yes, the SOUTH CONNELL Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Human.
The SOUTH CONNELL Fire is burning in Franklin, WA.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the SOUTH CONNELL Fire remains active.
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