Multiple Wildfires Threaten Homes, Prompt Large-Scale Firefighting in Pacific Northwest, Utah

Multiple wildfires are actively burning across the western United States, with significant efforts underway to contain them. The Rowena Fire near The Dalles has grown to an estimated 3,800 acres, with over 200 firefighters, helicopters, engines, water tenders, and a bulldozer engaged to limit its spread and protect homes and natural resources. In Benton County, Washington, a wildfire near Badger Canyon has expanded beyond its initial 40-acre size, with helicopters assisting and no evacuations ordered so far. Meanwhile, the France Canyon Fire in Utah's Dixie National Forest is burning in a remote, inaccessible area, with no immediate threat to structures or private property, and water-dropping helicopters are monitoring the fire. In Canada, the ongoing Squamish wildfire has raised concerns for pets and animals, prompting organizations like Canine Valley to provide refuge and rehabilitation for affected animals, as local shelters are overwhelmed. Public safety officials continue to emphasize containment and protection efforts while addressing animal welfare during these wildfire emergencies.