The Bear Gulch Fire near Lake Cushman has grown to 8,714 acres and is only 13% contained, as of noon Monday, according to Watch Duty’s wildfire map.

Warmer temperatures and dry weather conditions have contributed to the increased fire activity and smoke production in the past 24 hours.

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Level 3 evacuations for Bear Gulch Fire

The Bear Gulch Fire area near Copper Creek remains under a Level 3 “Go Now” evacuation order.

The evacuation order includes the Staircase Campground and areas across the causeway on the north side of Lake Cushman.

National Park Service Spokesperson Molly Pittman told KIRO Newsradi

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