While it's considered 'out,' the remains of the large Wilbur Ellis plant are still smoldering and releasing potentially harmful fumes which are being moved by wind.
(Kennewick, WA) -- Benton County Fire District No. 1 was called to a natural cover fire Sunday around 5:39 pm that occurred in the area of East. Bateman Road and Bofer Canyon Road. Officials say the fire was caused by a downed power line. The fire was called in by an off-duty Kennewick firefighter...
(Kennewick, WA) -- Benton County Fire District One responded to a brush fire around 8:48am Wednesday after a brush fire was reported on Bowels Road in Finley. The fire burned about 10 vehicles that were inoperable. According to a statement from BCFD 1, firefighters will be on the scene for the next few hours to ensure all of the affected vehicles are out...