FRANKLIN COUNTY, Wash. – A thunderstorm last night led to a busy evening for Franklin County Fire District #3 (FCFD#3) crews, who responded to multiple calls due to fires and lightning activity.

The initial call came just after 7:30 p.m. for a large stubble field fire near Pasco Kahlotus Road and Murphy Road. The fire covering 33 acres was contained by 9:40 p.m.

As the night progressed, additional reports of fires, many attributed to lightning, flooded in, FCFD#3 said.

With resources stretched, a wildland strike team from neighboring agencies was called to assist.

Many of the reported fires were across the county line in Walla Walla County, where a large fire illuminated the night sky.

FCFD#3 responded to nine separate calls throughout the evening. Only one fire was confirmed within t

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