State lawmakers unite to support Spokane fire recovery with streamlined funding plans
In Spokane, wildfires have wiped out more than 900 homes, scorching 10,400 acres. Local lawmakers are stepping up to ease regulations and secure funds for rebuilding as the legislative session looms ahead.
Spokane wildfire cleanup brings tree removal near power lines
SPOKANE, Wash. — Avista said that contract crews will start removing fire-damaged trees and vegetation near utility equipment in the Spokane area beginning Saturday. The company said that the work is meant to reduce risks near power lines and help make wildfire-affected areas safer as recovery continues. Avista reporte
Public health emergency declared for fires in Eastern Washington
In a press release on Friday, Washington Governor Bob Ferguson declared a public health emergency as wildfires push tens of thousands from their homes in Eastern Washington. According to the governor, the declaration will allow increased and faster access to health or emergency care for those impacted by the fires. In
‘It’s going to be ugly’: Firefighting pilot details the danger drones pose to aircraft...
A helicopter pilot, Ryan Cutter, has been working for more than a decade fighting fires from the air. After more than 40 drones were detected above the Spokane Complex Fires, Cutter joined “The John Curley Show” on KIRO Newsradio to detail the deadly consequences drones pose to his work and why they can immediately shu
Riverside State Park closed indefinitely due to wildfires, more than 1,000 acres have burned
SPOKANE, Wash - Riverside State Park and parts of the Centennial Trail remain closed for the foreseeable future, due to damage from the Spokane fires.
Gianforte sends Montana National Guard to Washington
HELENA, Mont. — With wildfires burning across Washington state, Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte on Tuesday issued an executive order mobilizing members of the Montana National Guard to support fire response efforts. “As the state of Washington and the City of Spokane face unprecedented wildfires, Montana is joining the nea
Crews head out to fight Spokane wildfires
FOX 13's AJ Janavel is live in Spokane as firefighters prepare for another grueling day battling three major blazes that are still forcing evacuations in the region.
Updates on the Spokane wildfires, community frustration
Here's a Friday morning update on the Spokane wildfires and their levels of containment, along with insight from Spokane County Sheriff John Nowels about the frustration some Spokane residents are feeling along the lines of evacuation levels and when they can return to their homes.
‘It’s apocalyptic.’ A look at the aftermath of catastrophic fires in Spokane
In the wake of devastation after wildfires tour through northwest Spokane, some residents are returning to sort through the wreckage.
WA: VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER LOSES HOME
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