ISSAQUAH, Wash. — Crews are working to control a brush fire near Issaquah Monday afternoon.
The fire happened in a wooded area between Cedar Hills and Maple Hills, just south of Issaquah.
Eastside Fire and Rescue officials said the fire spread from one to two acres, and as of 6:30 p.m. the brush was over 30 acres.
The fire has burned trees and thick brush.
At about 3:30 p.m., crews disengaged from the fire due to its proximity to the power lines.
The fire has spread to over 30 acres. Powerlines have been secured. Helicopter drops will begin soon. Strike Team support has arrived. A strong defensive line is established to protect the Maple Hills neighborhood. Thank you to the agencies providing aid. #teamwork pic.twitter.com/COjrgyeiq5
— Eastside Fire & Rescue (@EastsideFire) June 29, 2021
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