Live Β· NIFC Β· analysis June 29, 2026

TWIN SISTERS Fire β€” latest news & live update

Walla Walla County, WA

Size
8,262 ac
Contained
100%
Personnel
6
Cause
Human

Today's briefing β€” June 29, 2026

The Twin Sisters Fire, discovered June 14 in Walla Walla County, Washington, has been fully contained after burning 8,262 acres, according to the Type 3 Team managing the incident. The human-caused fire spread through short grass fuel averaging one foot in height, typical of the region's rangeland.

At 100 percent containment, crews have established and held the perimeter across the entire fire. A Type 3 Team with six personnel assigned has brought the blaze under complete control, bringing the active suppression phase to a close. The incident has cost an estimated $600,000 in suppression and associated expenses.

The fire is now stable with containment holding firm. Follow local authorities and official orders for any remaining guidance on affected areas.

TWIN SISTERS Fire β€” frequently asked

Is the TWIN SISTERS Fire contained?

As of June 29, 2026, the TWIN SISTERS Fire is 100% contained in Walla Walla County, WA. Containment is the percentage of the fire's perimeter crews have secured β€” the fire can still grow inside the lines. Follow your local fire authority for evacuation status.

How big is the TWIN SISTERS Fire?

As of June 29, 2026, the TWIN SISTERS Fire has burned 8,262 acres in Walla Walla County, WA. Fire size is the estimated total area within the perimeter and changes as crews assess the fire and it grows or is contained.

What caused the TWIN SISTERS Fire?

According to NIFC reporting, the TWIN SISTERS Fire was caused by human. Cause determinations are made by fire investigators and can be updated as investigations proceed.

How many firefighters are working on the TWIN SISTERS Fire?

As of June 29, 2026, the NIFC reports 6 total personnel assigned to the TWIN SISTERS Fire, including firefighters, support staff, and incident management team members.

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Headline figures are pulled live from the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) WFIGS feed and National Weather Service feed; the written briefing is generated automatically and is for awareness only β€” reported values lag real-time ground conditions. This is not an emergency service or official incident communication. In a wildfire emergency, call 911 and follow your local authorities and evacuation orders. Briefing last generated Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:01:55 GMT.