UPDATE: September 10 at 4:20 p.m.

The fire has burned 7,893 acres and is currently 8% contained, said the Washington Department of Natural Resources.

Yesterday, little fire growth was observed. Today, crews will assess cabins in the Timber Creek area along SR 410 and remove vegetation.

Firefighters also plan to improve a control line and thin lower vegetation while preserving mature trees.

Weather conditions are expected to change, with cloud cover and chances of showers and thunderstorms.

Cooler temperatures, higher humidity and recent precipitation are moderating fire behavior.

UPDATE: September 7 at 11:35 a.m.

The lightning-caused Wildcat Fire is burning over 7,566 acres northwest of Naches in Yakima County.

According to the latest update from the U.S. Forest Service, rugge

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