Spokane Wildfires Force 60,000 Evacuations; 600+ Structures Destroyed
Three major wildfires burning across Spokane County, Washington have destroyed over 600 structures and forced approximately 60,000 residents to evacuate as of August 2, 2026. The fires remain largely uncontained amid extreme wind conditions.
Three major wildfires—the Old Trails Fire, Autumn Lane Fire, and Fairview Fire—erupted in the Spokane area on August 1–2, 2026, rapidly spreading across more than 5,000 acres with zero containment. The blazes have destroyed at least 600 homes and businesses and forced tens of thousands of residents from their neighborhoods.
What's Happening
The National Weather Service issued a rare "Particularly Dangerous Situation" (PDS) fire warning due to extreme wind gusts and critically dry conditions. The Old Trails Fire alone has grown to 3,500 acres, crossing the Spokane River into residential neighborhoods northwest of the city. Spokane County and the State of Washington have declared emergencies, and the National Guard has mobilized to assist with evacuations and firefighting support.
Where to Get Help
Evacuation shelters are open at the Spokane Convention Center (334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd) and Spokane County Fairgrounds. Over 400 evacuees sheltered overnight at the Convention Center alone. More than 10,000 residents lost power, though that number has dropped from a peak of 30,000. No deaths or serious injuries have been reported, though Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown called it "the worst natural disaster our region has faced."
If you live in or are relocating to eastern Washington state, monitor evacuation orders through Spokane Regional Emergency Communications (SREC). If you're currently in an evacuation zone, leave immediately with essential documents and medications. Newcomers and families should identify evacuation routes before wildfire season and keep emergency supplies ready, particularly during summer months when wind-driven fires are most dangerous in the Pacific Northwest.
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