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Chelan Hills Fire 75% Contained

Saturday, July 11, 2026

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The Chelan Hills Fire, which has burned over 9,700 acres in Douglas County, is estimated to be 75% contained as of July 9, 2026, according to the Wenatchee World.

Fire officials reported the containment percentage update on Thursday, July 9, with the fire continuing to be monitored for potential flare-ups. The blaze, which began earlier this week, has impacted multiple communities in the region.

The fire's progress is being tracked by local and state fire departments, with resources dedicated to ensuring the area remains safe for residents and emergency personnel.

📄 Source: The Wenatchee World — https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/search/?f=rss&t=article&c=news/local&l=50&s=start_time&sd=desc

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The Chelan Hills Fire is estimated to be 75% contained as of July 9, 2026“The Chelan Hills Fire that's burned over 9,700 acres in Douglas County is estimated to be 75% contained.”
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The containment percentage update was reported by fire officials on Thursday, July 9No usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The Chelan Hills Fire is being monitored for potential flare-upsNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The Chelan Hills Fire began earlier this weekNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The Chelan Hills Fire has impacted multiple communities in the regionNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The fire's progress is being tracked by local and state fire departmentsNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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Resources are dedicated to ensuring the area remains safe for residents and emergency personnelNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.