How a photographer centered one woman amid the destruction of a Spokane wildfire
Summary
A photographer captured a powerful image of Miriam Sim, a 76-year-old woman, as she returned to her burned neighborhood in Spokane, Washington, after a large wildfire destroyed many homes. The photo shows her emotional reaction as she sees the damage to the place she lived for over 20 years.Key Facts
- The Old Trails Fire hit the northern part of Spokane, Washington, destroying hundreds of buildings on August 1, 2026.
- Photographer Lindsey Wasson, working for The Associated Press since 2023, took the photo on August 3 as people returned to assess damage.
- Despite evacuation orders, Wasson was able to enter the area on foot after power company workers allowed access.
- Miriam and her husband Daniel Sim were returning to their home, which had been destroyed in the fire.
- Miriam wore a white outfit that contrasted with the burned neighborhood, highlighting her presence in the photo.
- The photo was taken with a Sony A1 camera using a 16-35mm lens.
- Miriam and Daniel have lived in the neighborhood since 2005; they are considering whether to rebuild after the disaster.
- The photographer aimed to show both the wide destruction and the personal emotional impact of the wildfire.
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