Passing thunderstorms ignite multiple fires across Northeast

LA GRANDE — Fire crews in Northeast Oregon and Southeast Washington are responding to multiple reports of smoke and fire following passing thunderstorms Wednesday, June 30, according to a press release.
Approximately 23 fires have been confirmed out of more than 40 incidents reported so far to the Blue Mountain Interagency Dispatch Center and John Day Interagency Dispatch Center, the release said.
Local initial attack resources have been busy responding with support from aerial resources. Additional smoke reports are likely to be detected throughout the next few days as temperatures warm and fire activity increases, the release said. Aerial reconnaissance and fire lookouts are assisting with detection efforts.

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