NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 2, 2026Miami-Dade
Wildfire Triggers Evacuations in Northwest Spokane
A fast-moving wildfire fueled by high temperatures and strong winds has jumped the Spokane River, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate their homes.
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Thousands of residents in northwest Spokane are currently under evacuation orders due to an active wildfire that has crossed the Spokane River.
Key Facts
- A wildfire is currently burning in the northwest area of Spokane, Washington.
- The fire is being driven by high temperatures and strong winds.
- The fire has crossed the Spokane River.
- Thousands of people have been ordered to evacuate their homes.
Who's Mentioned
personJessica Watson“DNR spokesperson for the fire.”locationSpokane River“The geographic feature the fire crossed.”personBob Ferguson“Governor of Washington who declared a state of emergency.”personCourtney James“Spokesperson for the Washington State Department of Natural Resources.”organizationWashington State Department of Natural Resources“Agency managing the fire response.”organizationAvista“Electric utility company implementing safety power shutoffs.”organizationNational Weather Service“Issued a red flag warning for the region.”locationSpokane“Location of the wildfire and evacuations.”locationWashington“The state where the incident is occurring.”