Especially with the River Of Fire and Grand Ol' Fourth celebrations being snuffed out, authorities are getting ready for what's possibly going to be VERY increased neighborhood fireworks shows.
Shortly after 9pm, Benton and Franklin County Marine Patrol units (watercannon-equipped patrol boats) and Pasco Fire crews worked to put out a small, but fast-moving fire on the dike along the Columbia River.
The fire was west of the Blue Bridge, and was likely started by fireworks...
Those of you who hike Badger also may also be familiar with McBee Trail. Apparently some folks with fireworks are too.
Tuesday night Benton County Deputies and Benton County fire crews responded to McBee Grade, the hill that climbs up the ridge of a hill south of the Weber Canyon exit off the highway...