Batterman Fire Outside East Wenatchee Over 750 Acres

UPDATE 4:30PM Sunday - The Douglas County Sheriff's Office reports the Batterman fire is now estimated over 1000 acres with approximately. 80 homes under various evacuation level notifications. Level 3 (LEAVE NOW) evacuation notices are in place for residences from Ward Street to Keane Grade that are north of Grant Road. Level 2 (GET SET) evacuation notices are in effect for residences on Woodridge Avenue. There have been no report of any injuries or structure losses at this time.

State Mobilization was authorized by Washington State Patrol Chief John Batiste which will enable more firefighting resources.

UPDATE 3:34 PM Sunday - The Wenatchee Valley Humane Society is reminding the public that Level 3 evacuees can contact the organization for free emergency pet boarding.

From the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society:

With ‘fire season’ upon us, Wenatchee Valley Humane Society (WVHS) reminds pet owners that those who are issued a level 3 evacuation notice during a wildfire can look to the shelter for free emergency pet boarding. 

“The Humane Society is a community resource for pet owners for happy occasions, like pet adoption, but also other needs, like wildfires.” says Taylor Sharp, Executive Director.  “WVHS is part of the community and is here for pet owners. If our neighbors are worried about losing their homes, we can help reduce some of the stress by providing a safe shelter for their pets.”

Anyone interested in emergency boarding should call the shelter ahead of time to ensure there is space available, even if that means calling while driving to the shelter.

During office hours of 11 a.m. – 6 p.m., Monday through Friday and 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, evacuees can reach the shelter’s front desk by dialing 509-662-9577. After hours or during holidays, Animal Care and Control on call can assist those in need of boarding at 509-888-7283 (888-SAVE). If there isn’t a return call within 15 minutes, callers are encouraged to call the number again.

Wenatchee Valley Humane Society is located at 1474 S. Wenatchee Avenue in Wenatchee.

UPDATE 3:24 PM Sunday - The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is reporting that emergency shelter for all residents currently under Level 3 evacuation notices has been established by the Red Cross at Eastmont High School.

2:53 PM Sunday - A third alarm brush fire has prompted level three evacuations just outside of East Wenatchee.

The Batterman Fire is burning east of Pangborn Memorial Airport. It has grown to over an estimated 750 acres and winds continue to push the progress of the fire.

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office has declared Level 3 (LEAVE NOW) evacuation notices for residences from Ward Street to Keane Grade that are north of Grant Road. Level 2 (GET SET) evacuation notices are in effect for residences on Woodridge Avenue.

Batterman Road is closed at Highway 28, as is Grant Road east of the roundabout at Pangborn Airport. Numerous other closures in place in the vicinity of the fire perimeter and the public is urged to avoid the area. Fire apparatus have been hampered in their access to the area.

The fire was reported about 12:15 pm Sunday. Multiple aircraft and numerous brush rigs from Douglas and Chelan County are on scene. State mobilization is underway.