Lebanon Valley Wildland Fire Crew

The U.S. Wildland Fire Service is devastated to share that three wildland firefighters lost their lives on Saturday, June 27, as part of an interagency response to the Knowles and Gore fires along the Colorado-Utah border. Additionally, two crew members were injured in the line of duty and have been transported to a hospital.

Our immediate focus is on supporting their families, friends, and fellow crewmates during this incredibly difficult time.

The U.S. Wildland Fire Service stands united with the USDA Forest Service in grief and in our unwavering support for the loved ones left behind. Their bravery, dedication, and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Additional details will be shared as they are able to be released.

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service State College PA
455 AM EDT Sun Apr 12 2026

Cambria-Blair-Huntingdon-Mifflin-Juniata-Somerset-Bedford-Fulton- Franklin-Perry-Dauphin-Schuylkill-Lebanon-Cumberland-Adams-York- Lancaster- 455 AM EDT Sun Apr 12 2026
..ELEVATED RISK OF WILDFIRE SPREAD LATE THIS MORNING THROUGH EARLY THIS EVENING..

ELEVATED RISK OF WILDFIRE SPREAD LATE THIS MORNING THROUGH
EARLY THIS EVENING...

The combination of drying fine fuels and leaf litter, low
relative humidity of 25 to 35 percent and a moderately gusty
northwest wind of 15 to 20 mph, will create an elevated risk of
wildfire spread across the southern half of Pennsylvania today.

Residents are urged to exercise caution if handling any potential
ignition sources, such as machinery, ci******es, or matches. If
dry grasses and tree litter begin to burn, the fire will have the
potential to spread rapidly.