Highway 97 through Blewett Pass in Kittitas County remained closed Thursday evening because of a large brush fire on both sides of the highway.

A motor home caught fire near the crest of Blewett Pass and was engulfed in flames, which spread, according to State Patrol. As of 6 p.m., there was no estimated reopening time.

Drivers should use Interstate 90 or Highway 2 as a detour.

There have been no evacuation notices, the Kittitas County sheriff’s office said, but only residents of Liberty and nearby areas are allowed north of Lauderdale Junction.

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