Map Shows Spokane Wildfires as Washington Declares State of Emergency
Summary
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson declared a statewide emergency due to fast-moving wildfires threatening Spokane and other areas. The Old Trails Fire has forced hundreds of evacuations, destroyed thousands of acres, and caused dangerous smoke levels affecting air quality in much of eastern Washington.Key Facts
- The Old Trails Fire began northwest of Spokane and grew to about 3,000 acres by Saturday evening.
- Around 4,000 structures were at risk, and over 200 people were evacuated in Spokane and nearby communities.
- Firefighters had no containment of the fire as winds pushed flames toward homes and across the Spokane River.
- The governor issued a statewide burn ban through September 30 to prevent more fires.
- Several important facilities in Spokane, including a hospital and water plants, were evacuated.
- The emergency declaration allows the state to use more resources and potentially deploy the National Guard.
- Air quality alerts warn that smoke pollution could reach unhealthy levels across eastern Washington.
- The wildfire smoke came from fires in Washington, Oregon, and British Columbia, worsening pollution in the area.
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