©InciWeb

Washington — The Little Giant Fire is now the top-priority wildfire in the country, meaning requests for more crews and equipment can move closer to the front of the line. The fire is actively burning in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, located near the City of Plain. The fire, which started at the end of July, has burned approximately 150,000 acres. As many as 1,857 fire personnel have been assigned to the Little Giant Fire. The Washington Army National Guard is also assisting, securing the fire lines to help shield nearby structures from the fire. The fire threatens more than 6,000 structures. There’s a reason firefighters need the additional support and resources, according to Fire Behavior Analyst Kevin Montoya, as a historically dry winter left the forest ready to burn. The Little Giant Fire is burning in a heavily timbered area, making it one of the most difficult terrains in which to fight a fire.