‘Avoid the area,’ fire crews responding to growing fire near Zintel Canyon

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KENNEWICK, Wash.-

UPDATE 5:21

Jenna Kochenauer, a PIO with Benton County Fire District 1, said the fire is between 10-15 acres. Officials are asking spectators and drivers to stay away.

According to Fire Chief Chad Michael, a house caught fire in the area due to flyer debris.

ORIGINAL COVERAGE

According to a tweet by Benton County Fire District 1, BCFD 1 and Kennewick Fire are responding to a fire in Zintel Canyon in Kennewick.

The Kennewick Police Department has blocked off a section of South Vancouver Street between 7th and 8th Avenue.

BCFD 1 requests for citizens to avoid the area.

This is a developing story, which means information could change. We are working to report timely and accurate information as we get it.

 

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