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🔥 After the Flames: White Swan, Washington What remains after two wildfires changed a community. In late July, the White Swan area was impacted by two separate wildfires — the Signal Peak Fire and the White Swan / Ransier Fire. Both fires forced evacuations as flames threatened homes, infrastructure, cultural sites, and the surrounding community. The Signal Peak Fire, which started on July 24 near White Swan and Harrah, burned approximately 3,047 acres before reaching 100% containment. The White Swan / Ransier Fire started on July 26 near Wesley and Ransier Roads west of White Swan. The fire prompted a Level 3 “Go Now” evacuation notice for the entire town of White Swan as firefighters worked to stop the spread. It burned approximately 1,330 acres and was reported at 55% containment. Together, these two fires burned more than 4,300 acres and destroyed at least 24 structures, including 16 occupied homes. The destruction included: 🔥 The White Swan Post Office 🔥 The White Swan Independent Shaker Church 🔥 Yakama Nation Forest Development buildings 🔥 Structures near the Klick-Peter Cemetery While documenting the aftermath, I spoke with a local rancher who has called this area home for more than 80 years. He shared that the fires destroyed more than 6 miles of fence line, creating new challenges for ranchers and leaving cattle at risk of roaming onto open roads. Wildfires don’t end when the flames go out. The loss continues through damaged homes, destroyed landmarks, damaged livelihoods, and the long road to recovery. The cause of the fires remains under investigation. 📍 White Swan, Washington 📺 The full version is available in 4K on my YouTube #Yakima #Washington #PNW #WhiteSwan #Wildfire