After burning on the landscape of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest in Chelan County for 41 days, it appears the Lower Sugarloaf Fire is finally about to die out.

The blaze was ignited by a lightning strike on the Wenatchee River Ranger District about 12 miles east of Leavenworth on Aug. 31, and is now estimated at 42,955 acres with 90% containment.

Thanks to cooler weather, elevated humidity, and calmer winds in recent days, firefighters have quickly been able to gain the upper hand on the blaze, which opened the week at 55% containment.

Despite the fire being close to becoming fully under control and wicking out, officials are still warning of several dangers associated with the blaze.

Even though there are fewer flames and less smoke, hazardous trees in and around the fire zone

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