EPHRATA — On Saturday morning, a suspected fireworks-related wildfire ignited along State Route 28, just north of Ephrata, prompting a swift response from fire crews.
Grant County Fire District 13 reported that MACC 911 received multiple calls at 1:23 a.m. pointing to flames in the 1300 block of SR 28 West, north of Ephrata and immediately west of the Desert Villa mobile home park. When firefighters arrived, they encountered active flames burning on both sides of the highway amid gusty, unpredictable winds.
Thanks to a rapid deployment, seven fire apparatus were on scene quickly, bringing the blaze under initial control within 10 minutes of arrival. Crews continued efforts until about 4 a.m. to ensure full extinguishment.
In total, approximately 10 acres burned south of SR 28, with an additional ¼ acre scorched north of the roadway.
Fire officials cautioned residents: vegetation and fireworks are a dangerous mix—especially when combined with even moderate wind conditions, which significantly increases the risk of property damage or injury.
