News Release

First Fire of 2019 Season

Date: June 27, 2019
Contact: Katy Hooper

A less-than-one acre fire is active above Pyramid Lake in North Cascades National Park Service Complex. Smoke from the lightning-caused Pyramid Fire was detected Wednesday evening and is visible from State Route 20 and Diablo Lake Overlook.  

A three-person ground crew assigned to the Pyramid Fire will assess current conditions following approximately 0.4 inches of rain in the last 24 hours. Weather forecasts include a chance of showers and thunderstorms throughout the area for the next few days.  

Fire plays a natural role in healthy ecosystems; however, due to the close proximity to roads and park infrastructure, fire managers will assess the situation and consider suppression efforts.

All trails and climbing routes are open at this time. 

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