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Pioneer Fire grew to 3,811 acres (1,542 ha) by June 17 and the evacuation zone was adjusted to include more recreational areas along Lake Chelan. The fire increased to 20,348 acres (8,235 ha) on July 16 and moved slowly uphill from the lake to ridges as it consumed dead brush and fuel.
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