WALLA WALLA — Crews continue to fight a wildfire in southeast Washington that destroyed one home and seven outbuildings.
The Blue Creek fire has burned more than 9 square miles of grass, shrubs and timber about 10 miles east of Walla Walla, a city of 60,000 people. As of Saturday afternoon, it was 25 percent contained.
Authorities said they’re “cautiously optimistic” the flames won’t reach a watershed that provides drinking water for the city of Walla Walla. They said a low pressure system moving into the area is bringing cooler temperatures and higher humidity.
Evacuation orders are in effect for two rural areas.