Why are the Washington wildfires so severe? Spokane fires explained
Summary
A group of fast-moving wildfires near Spokane, Washington has forced about 65,000 people to leave their homes and destroyed over 700 buildings. The fires are fueled by dry conditions and strong winds, making them one of the worst wildfire emergencies in the state’s recent history.Key Facts
- Three wildfires started on the northern outskirts of Spokane over the weekend.
- The fires have burned more than 8,000 acres of land, including forests and neighborhoods.
- About 65,000 people were ordered to evacuate, up from 4,000 just a day earlier.
- Over 700 buildings, mostly homes, have been destroyed or damaged.
- More than 1,000 firefighters are working to control the blazes.
- No deaths have been confirmed, but there were initially nearly 300 missing person reports.
- A 37-year-old was arrested on suspicion of starting the fires deliberately.
- The region is experiencing a severe drought and dry vegetation, which helped the fires spread quickly.
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