Sheriff Nowels on fire weather conditions
"The fire conditions are such right now that there is a 100% chance that a spark from machinery will start a fire. 100% chance. Please do not do things that are going to be starting fires." Spokane County Sheriff John Nowels on ongoing fire weather conditions and how fires may develop heading into the weekend.
Spokane Police investigating car break-ins at Gonzaga University involving National Guard troops here to...
SPOKANE, Wash - Spokane Police are investigating a report of car prowling at Gonzaga University last Wednesday night. The vehicles belonged to National Guard troops in town to help with the wildfires.
Multiple wildfires rage around the region
It was a devastating and terrifying weekend for people in the path of several major fires in the region, as powerful winds with gusts above 50 miles per hour whipped up flames, igniting spot fires miles away and prompting the immediate evacuation of tens of thousands of people across central and eastern Washington.
Aerial firefighting operations provide key support during Spokane Area Fires
Aerial firefighting crews have been a key part in getting a better handle on the Spokane Area Fires. NonStop Local's Justin Spinnie reports.
New Level 3 evacuations issued for Sparrow Fire
SPOKANE, Wash. - New Level 3 evacuation orders have been issued northwest of Spokane for the Sparrow Fire burning near Long Lake and the Spokane River. The evacuation boundary according to Spokane Regional Emergency Communications (SREC) is "West Coyote Ridge Lane, North is the River, East is Gray Rd, Prewett on the so
Level 3 evacuations still in place in Spokane
"I want our citizens to know that as soon as we can let them back into their homes safely, we will." Spokane County Sheriff John Nowels speaks about ongoing Level 3 evacuations and how increased fire weather conditions heading into the weekend may change the movement of the Spokane Complex Fires.
Washington state attorney general urges caution when donating to wildfire victims
The Washington state attorney general's office is urging people donating to help those beset by wildfires to use caution when giving to charities. In a statement, the office encouraged people to do their research to make sure they aren't being scammed. “The destruction in Spokane is heartbreaking, and generous people..
Power cut to thousands, evacuations remain as crews work to contain historic wildfires raging...
A historic wildfire emergency has forced at least 65,000 people from their homes, completely upending local communities as the most destructive wildfire in Washington state history tears through the region. The Spokane Complex Fire has destroyed over 700 structures and scorched more than 10,000 acres, leaving neighborh
Harger: A killer. Medium to high risk. Questioned about arson 3 times. 2 states...
The situation in Spokane is massive. Three fires have incinerated more than 850 homes and buildings, and the count is still climbing. The situation in Spokane is heartbreaking. Each of those homes had a family who lost everything. Their pets. Their belongings. Their family heirlooms. Gone. Ash. The situation in...
Grandfathers Warning Helped Catch Suspect in Washington Wildfire Arson Case
A Washington grandfather says he spotted a stranger bent over near railroad tracks minutes before smoke erupted and the Old Trails Fire ignited.
