INDEX – While US Highway 2 reopened over the weekend, new evacuations have been issued for the Bolt Creek Fire. Highway 2 between Sunset Falls and Skykomish had been closed since the Bolt Creek Fire started on Sept. 10 due to trees and debris falling on the road. The fire has now burned more than 11,000 acres. Increased smoke and more visible flames are expected this week with higher temperatures and low humidity expected, according to incident command. The cause of the fire is undetermined.
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