Crews battle 1-acre Luna Fire in North Cascades National Park after lightning storm
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CDN Staff
Summary
A 1-acre wildfire called the Luna Fire was discovered southwest of Luna Camp along Big Beaver Trail in North Cascades National Park, sparked by a June 24 lightning storm. The Warm Springs Wildland Fire Module was deployed on July 3 to continue suppression efforts, supported by two helicopters delivering water via aerial drops. The fire is located in steep, remote rocky terrain. No new closures or evacuations have been implemented.
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bskyCrews battle 1-acre Luna Fire in North Cascades National Park after lightning stormcascadiadaily.comKey quotes
· 5 pulledA 1-acre fire has been discovered southwest of the Luna Camp along Big Beaver Trail in the North Cascades National Park Service Complex.
The fire came after a June 24 lightning storm in the area, the park service said in a Friday, July 3 news release.
The Warm Springs Wildland Fire Module was inserted into the fire area July 3 to continue suppression efforts.
The crew will be supported by two helicopters using aerial-delivered water.
There are no new closures or evacuations in place on the park complex.
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