Columbia River Road Wildfire Burning 22,000 Acres

NESPELEM, WA — The wildfire burning near the Colville Indian Reservation continues to grow.

The fire is now 22,000 acres and just 50 percent contained. More than 800 firefighters are battling the wildfire which threatens 60 structures including 20 homes.

The cause has not been determined, but fire investigators believe it may be arson.