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NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 2, 2026Miami-Dade

Wildfire Prompts 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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Why It Matters

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 jumped across the Spokane River.
  • Thousands of people have been ordered to evacuate due to the fire's rapid spread.

Who's Mentioned

personJessica Watson“DNR spokesperson for the fire.”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 wildfire response.”organizationAvista“Electric utility company implementing public 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 wildfire is located.”