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High Lava Fire Returns to Local Unit

The High Lava Fire, located 10 miles northwest of Stabler, Washington, was officially turned back to the local unit as a Type 4 incident on September 6, 2026, according to InciWeb records.

The fire, currently under management by Okanogan County, is not currently reported as active or requiring evacuations. Residents near the fire area should monitor updates from local authorities for any changes to fire status or road closures.

📄 Source: InciWeb Active Wildfires http://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/wagpf-high-lava
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  • The High Lava Fire was officially turned back to the local unit as a Type 4 incident on September 6, 2026The High Lava Fire is located approximately 10 miles northwest of Stabler, Washington. The fire was turned back to the local unit as a Type 4 incident on September 6, 2026.
  • The High Lava Fire is located 10 miles northwest of Stabler, WashingtonThe High Lava Fire is located approximately 10 miles northwest of Stabler, Washington.
  • The High Lava Fire is currently under management by Okanogan Countynull
  • The High Lava Fire is not currently reported as activeFire behavior is limited to isolated smoldering with limited heat.
  • The High Lava Fire is not currently reported as requiring evacuationsThe High Lava Fire is located approximately 10 miles northwest of Stabler, Washington. The fire was turned back to the local unit as a Type 4 incident on September 6, 2026.
  • Residents near the fire area should monitor updates from local authorities for any changes to fire statusnull
  • Residents near the fire area should monitor updates from local authorities for any changes to road closuresnull

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