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The after effects of the Bolt Creek Fire are already being felt in the Skykomish area along U.S. 2  A Flash Flood Watch was in effect until 1pm Tuesday

The roadway was closed between Skykomish and Grotto from noon until 2 p.m. while crews removed hazardous trees and other debris.

Winds will be blowing smoke toward the Puget Sound during the weekend.

U.S. Highway 2 is back open today after closing Monday afternoon to remove a tree stump hanging over the highway. Image from WSDOT The stump was left

Winds are blowing from the west and pushing smoke into Eastern Washington.

The closure is between MP 45-50, between the Money Creek Tunnel and the 5th Street bridge.

U.S. Highway 2 near Skykomish will shut down again Wednesday to deal with cleanup from the Bolt Creek Fire. A four mile stretch of the highway between the

Drivers are asked to drive at reduced speeds while traveling through the fire area.

He has been charged with suspected burglary, arson, and eluding the authorities.

Residents in Skykomish have been asked to prepare to leave on short notice.