NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 2, 2026Miami-Dade
Wildfire prompts mass evacuations in northwest Spokane
A rapidly spreading wildfire, fueled by high winds and temperatures, forced the evacuation of thousands of residents in northwest Spokane on Saturday. The fire crossed the Spokane River, leading to emergency response efforts in the area.
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Thousands of residents in northwest Spokane are currently under evacuation orders due to an active wildfire, impacting their immediate safety and access to their homes.
Key Facts
- A wildfire is currently active in northwest Spokane.
- The fire is being driven by high temperatures and strong winds.
- The fire 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.”organizationAvista“Power company implementing public safety shutoffs.”organizationNational Weather Service“Issued a red flag alert for eastern Washington.”locationSpokane“Location of the wildfire and evacuations.”