Lyman wildfire in Skagit County is now 60 percent contained
Just after 6 p.m. Sunday the Washington State Department of Natural Resources reported that the Lyman wildfire was 60 percent contained. The fire is about 20 acres in size.
The fire was reported on Saturday afternoon. It is located near the town of Lyman, north of State Route 20 in Skagit County.
The DNR says that rain and cooler temperatures overnight kept the fire from growing.
16 fire units are on scene and helicopters are also being used to fight the fire.
#Lymanfire update: The fire held its footprint overnight with rains and cooler temps. Crews will continue to work the fire today with additional resources and heavy equipment. The fire is estimated at 20 acres and is 30% contained. Updates as available.
— Washington State DNR Wildfire (@waDNR_fire) April 21, 2024
Additional Lyman Brush Fire Photos Courtesy of Chad Cavanaugh pic.twitter.com/kkSDk3LVsm
— Breaking Skagit (@BreakingSkagit) April 20, 2024
This is a developing story and will be updated.
