Fireworks Ignite Deadly Washington Wildfire | Spokane News

A deadly wildfire in Central Washington, the Chelan Hills Fire, burned 15 square miles, destroyed 19 homes, and killed one person—blamed on an 18-year-old allegedly firing a massive “Trooper Turret” firework from a moving truck on July 4th. Witnesses reported fireworks sparking dry brush on Highway 97, and surveillance caught the suspect tossing the explosive device while warning, “Don’t tell them who was shooting.” The teen was arrested in Kent, facing first-degree manslaughter and arson charges—with bail set at $1 million. Five other adults are also under suspicion. A chilling reminder: fireworks + dry conditions = disaster. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/70e8ee5bb1ada182