Nespelem Area, Colville Reservation, Washington – The lightning-caused Kaiser Canyon Fire, which began on July 16, 2026, has grown to approximately 89,259 acres with 3% containment.

Video footage shows active canopy fire spreading through forested areas, with intense flames and rapid fire growth under extreme weather conditions.

The fire is being driven by hot temperatures, low humidity, dry fuels, and gusty winds. These conditions have created intense flame lengths and made suppression efforts more challenging.

The footage captures the type of fire behavior firefighters are facing as the blaze continues burning through the forest canopy.

Primary efforts are focused on structure protection and community safety around Nespelem, while crews continue working to protect communities and strengthen containment lines.

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