UPDATE: September 16 at 3:00 p.m.

The Wildcat Fire has expanded to 8,593 acres since it ignited on August 25, 2025, due to lightning.

As of now, containment is at 8%, the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) said in a release.

The Southeast Washington Type 3 Interagency Incident Management Team 1 assumed command of the firefighting efforts at 6:00 a.m. today. The team acknowledged the work done by NW Team 10 over the past 14 days.

Yesterday, despite windy conditions, the fire showed minimal growth.

Firefighters focused on controlling hot spots and protecting areas around Bumping Lake. However, a drone incursion caused a halt in air operations, which posed risks to firefighter safety and delayed suppression efforts, DNR said.

Firefighters are now monitoring fire b

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