Image: Olympic National Park fires in Washington State

Friday, August 26, 2016 - 07:21 in Earth & Climate

The National Park Service reports that:  "There are currently four small, lightning-caused fires burning in the Olympic National Park wilderness. Although there is no threat to visitor safety or facilities at this time, smoke may be visible.  Fire crews reported three new spot fires on Monday afternoon from the Godkin Fire in the Elwha River valley. Water drops from helicopters are being used to cool the fire spots.  In addition to the closure of this segment of the Elwha River Trail, there are two other fire-related closures in Olympic National Park. About eight miles of the Hayden Pass Trail are also closed, from the Hayes River Ranger Station to Dose Meadows to the east. The Obstruction Point Road remains closed."

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