Wildfires Devastate Spokane Area as Federal Aid Approved and Air Quality Worsens
Three wildfires in Spokane County, Washington, have burned over 7,700 acres, destroying hundreds of structures amid ongoing drought and heat in the western U.S.
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Three wildfires in Spokane County, Washington, have burned over 7,700 acres, destroying hundreds of structures amid ongoing drought and heat in the western U.S.
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Eastern Washington faces extensive wildfire damage as fires burn 1,000 sq km statewide, with ongoing threats and no injuries reported so far.
Al Jazeera | Aug 3, 2026, 3:57 AM
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Three fast-moving wildfires in and around Spokane, Washington, have burned over 5,300 acres, destroyed at least 600 structures, and prompted mass evacuations amid critical fire weather conditions.
France 24 English | Aug 3, 2026, 3:23 AM
politics
Authorities have initiated large-scale evacuations in Spokane amid rapidly advancing wildfires; additional information emerges on a fatal shooting at an In-N-Out location.
CBS Politics | Aug 3, 2026, 2:27 AM
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Fires around Spokane have burned thousands of square miles, forcing evacuations including patients at a Veterans Affairs hospital, with officials warning the danger persists.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 11:55 PM
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Thousands evacuated as wildfires rage through Spokane County, prompting emergency response and calls for preparedness.
Fox News Latest | Aug 2, 2026, 10:25 PM
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Three wildfires near Spokane have burned over 8.2 square miles, forcing thousands to evacuate amid challenging terrain and weather conditions.
Washington Times News | Aug 2, 2026, 6:00 PM
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Three wildfires near Spokane have prompted Level 3 evacuation orders, urging residents to leave immediately.
NPR News | Aug 2, 2026, 1:52 PM
world
Fires have destroyed thousands of hectares across France, Spain, and Portugal as Europe faces escalating heat and a suspected arson arrest.
ABC Australia News | Jul 5, 2026, 4:54 PM
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Severe wildfires have ravaged neighborhoods in Spokane and other areas, fueled by adverse weather conditions during an intense fire season.
France 24 English | Aug 3, 2026, 10:34 AM
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One helicopter crew is safe while the other remains missing as wildfires spread near Athens, with officials warning of challenging days ahead.
Deutsche Welle | Aug 3, 2026, 1:32 AM
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Most evacuees have returned home despite ongoing smoldering in parts of the vast wildfire near Bordeaux.
France 24 English | Aug 2, 2026, 7:40 PM
world
A large-scale rescue operation was launched after two helicopters crashed while battling wildfires near Psatha, Greece.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 3:34 PM
world
A mid-air collision between two firefighting helicopters near Athens has triggered a search-and-rescue operation as Greece battles widespread wildfires amid record summer heat in Europe.
Al Jazeera | Aug 2, 2026, 3:01 PM
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The plan to open five city-owned grocery stores aims to offer food at 30% below retail prices amid soaring costs, but faces opposition from local business owners concerned about competition.
Guardian US | Aug 2, 2026, 12:44 PM
world
While wildfires in France show signs of containment, Greece faces intensifying blazes fueled by gale-force winds, prompting evacuations and emergency responses.
Al Jazeera | Aug 1, 2026, 9:50 PM
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French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez announced that the massive wildfire in Gironde near Bordeaux is no longer spreading, though active fires remain. Meanwhile, a new blaze in the Var region is being contained amid ongoing heatwave-driven wildfires.
France 24 English | Aug 1, 2026, 12:49 PM
world
Europe faces a severe wildfire season amid record heat and drought, with Australia providing firefighting support to Greece and France.
ABC Australia News | Aug 1, 2026, 10:29 AM
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The Clooneys left their residence near Brignoles due to a nearby wildfire, with local officials reporting the fire has burned approximately 100 hectares.
France 24 English | Jul 31, 2026, 7:54 PM
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The World Health Organization highlights the growing public health threat posed by wildfire smoke traveling far beyond fire zones amid rising wildfire frequency and intensity due to climate change.
UN News | Jul 31, 2026, 6:10 PM
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Around 500 people, mostly tourists, were evacuated by boat from Agios Vasileios in central Greece amid rapidly spreading wildfires, while firefighters battle large blazes in Portugal and Spain.
BBC World | Jul 31, 2026, 2:47 PM
world
Authorities report a hopeful turn in the battle against wildfires devastating southwestern France.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 5:12 AM
world
Goats, sheep, and cows native to Galicia are grazing on flammable undergrowth, aiding wildfire prevention efforts after a devastating 2025 fire season.
France 24 English | Jul 30, 2026, 3:19 PM
world
Spain lifted its state of emergency over wildfires near Madrid, while firefighters in France expressed cautious optimism as a massive forest fire near Bordeaux showed signs of containment.
CNA Latest News | Jul 30, 2026, 1:02 PMShowing 1-24 of 59 articles.