Fires in Spokane, Washington, burn 600 structures, force 60,000 evacuations
Summary
Wildfires in eastern Washington near Spokane have destroyed at least 600 buildings and forced 60,000 people to leave their homes. The fires have burned about 21 square kilometers and are part of many wildfires across the Western U.S., some of which are still not under control.Key Facts
- The wildfires around Spokane have burned 21 square kilometers (8 square miles).
- At least 600 homes, businesses, and other buildings have been destroyed.
- About 60,000 people have evacuated the area for safety.
- No injuries or missing people have been reported so far.
- Drier weather is expected, which could worsen the fire situation.
- Wildfires are also burning large areas in Idaho, Oregon, and Utah.
- In Idaho and Oregon, fires have burned 1,360 square kilometers (525 square miles) and threaten over 600 homes.
- A large fire in Utah grew from 41 to 145 square kilometers (16 to 56 square miles), killing over 100 cattle.
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