# Teen fireworks spark Washington wildfire killing one

> Video reveals teens firing fireworks that ignited deadly Washington wildfire
- Title: Teen fireworks spark Washington wildfire killing one
- Summary: Video reveals teens firing fireworks that ignited deadly Washington wildfire Teen fireworks ignited Washington wildfire killing one person
- Keywords: teen, fireworks, washington, wildfire, chelan hills fire, michael yakimov, douglas county, nfl, news, entertainment, spark, killing
- Source: New York Post — https://nypost.com/2026/09/16/us-news/video-shows-teen-shooting-fireworks-blamed-for-sparking-deadly-washington-wildfire
- Published: 2026-09-16T14:36:28+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: teen, fireworks, washington, wildfire, chelan hills fire, michael yakimov, douglas county, nfl, news, entertainment
## Fireworks ignition
Video shows teens shooting fireworks near US Highway 97 in Washington state on July 4.

> Shoot it at them, shoot at it them!
## Fireworks cause deadly fire
Alleged fireworks ignition sparked Chelan Hills fire destroying 19 homes and killing one person.

> Don't tell them who was shooting though
## Firework type
Trooper Turret fireworks can fire 240 shots in 46 seconds.
## Fire impact
Fire destroyed 100 structures including 19 homes and killed one person.
## Legal consequences
Michael Yakimov charged with manslaughter, arson, and assault after fire started.
## Key takeaway

Teen fireworks ignited Washington wildfire killing one person