Washington wildfires devastate Spokane

A fast‑moving wildfire ignited near Spokane on Sunday, fanned by strong winds and dry conditions, and quickly spread across the Spokane River valley.

Firefighters from multiple agencies battled the blaze for two days, but more than 600 structures were lost and thousands of residents were forced to flee.

The incident has reignited debate over forest‑management policies and the need for increased funding for wildfire suppression in the Pacific Northwest.