A chimpanzee sanctuary came dangerously close to going up in smoke while the animals watched. And now, the chimps are returning outdoors. (CNN/KOMO)

A chimpanzee sanctuary came dangerously close to going up in smoke while the animals watched. And now, the chimps are returning outdoors. (CNN/KOMO)

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Video: Chimpanzees survive close call from wildfire

Updated: Wednesday, 05 Sep 2012, 9:58 AM EDT
Published : Wednesday, 05 Sep 2012, 9:58 AM EDT

CLE ELUM, Wash. (CNN/KOMO) - A wildfire in Washington state last month destroyed dozens of homes.

A chimpanzee sanctuary came dangerously close to going up in smoke while the animals watched. And now, the chimps are returning outdoors.

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