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Trace Adkins Washington Show Canceled Due to Wildfires

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It's been just over a year since Trace Adkins lost his home to a devastating fire. Now, the country star's concert schedule has been interrupted by fires of an entirely different magnitude. Trace has canceled his performance tonight (Aug. 17) at the Swiftwater Cellars Amphitheater in Cle Elum, Washington, due to raging wildfires.

"I cannot in good conscience stage a concert this Friday while the community is under such strain," the singer says in a statement. "We have been following the developments closely and while the Swiftwater Cellars Amphitheater is not directly in the fire's path, Gov. Gregoire has declared a state of emergency and reports indicate that the fire, which has claimed 22,000 acres, will require up to seven more days before it is comfortably contained.

"I know all too well what residents are feeling as they evacuate their homes," Trace continues. "I thank God that reports indicate no loss of life. As the hundreds of firefighters, National Guardsmen and community leaders work overtime to keep everyone safe, I hope that those who have the means will also offer their help."

The country star is directing people to this website to learn how to help wildfire victims.

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tacomacowgirl54

Howdy,,,,i'm Peggy Baker from Olympia Washington,,,i spent most of my growin up in Rainier,,,where i helped break and train horses,,went on trail rides,,and rode my horse to work each day ,,my first job which was gatherin eggs at a little chicken ranch,,,no stop lights in Rainier back then and only a couple of stop signs,and just about every body there was country folks and every body was always glad to help every body else out,,,i have found through my life that most country folks are that way,,always willin to help others out,,,i/m proud to say,i'm a big fan of Trace Atkins and i/m so glad to see that even though he's become rich and famous,,he's still country,,and willin to do what he can for people who need help,,,,,,Peggy ,,(Tacoma Cowgirl)

August 19 2012 at 4:41 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
horsehallow

Good move... living few miles from the fire i can tell you it is being felt in one way or another by the whole county. we have friends who lost everything. going to a concert while the fires still burn is not what is on anyones mind right now. thank god ellensburg, cle elum and kittitas will pull through this.

August 19 2012 at 4:41 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
dotlhs56

I'm sure that the precaution regarding the wildfires is warranted. Fans are disappointed I'm sure but they are also safe hopefully. Wildfires are so bad and burn so much acreage and so many residences. I wish there was a better way to handle them to reduce loss. The good thing is when there is no loss of life.

August 19 2012 at 4:33 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Mandoist

Guess they'll have to refund both ticket holders.

August 19 2012 at 4:15 PM Report abuse -1 rate up rate down Reply
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rkhicks

You're pathetic...

August 19 2012 at 4:44 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Becka

http://www.king5.com/video/featured-videos/Concert-helps-change-fire-victims-tune-166624876.html

August 19 2012 at 1:11 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
tkpest

While we are sad that the show has been cancelled, our hats are off to Trace's reaction. Smoke can be smelt as far away as downtown Seattle from these fires. We will see you next chance we get. Have a good show in Aberdeen tomorrow night.

August 17 2012 at 12:25 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply

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