Pine Tree Fire update: Wildfire grows after military jet crashes near Rimrock Lake; pilot ejects safely

Naijaonpoint_ng | 14-06-2026 03:34pm |

A military jet crashed near Rimrock Lake in Washington state on Saturday afternoon, leading to the ignition of a wildfire in the surrounding area. The pilot successfully ejected from the aircraft and is reported to be safe. Firefighting efforts are underway, involving at least one engine and helicopters from the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest of the U.S. Forest Service. The response teams are actively working to contain the blaze, which has expanded due to the dry conditions in the region.

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