Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson

A Washington man was arrested on a first-degree arson charge for starting the Old Trails Fire, one of several wildfires that destroyed hundreds of structures and forced tens of thousands to evacuate Spokane. Authorities linked the suspect to the Old Trails Fire but not to two other major fires in the area. The arrest followed citizen tips and investigations by local and state agencies.

Wildfires in eastern Washington have destroyed 600 structures and forced the evacuation of 5,000 homes, with no deaths reported. The fires, including the Old Trails Fire, Fairview Fire, and Meadowview Fire, are part of a larger wave of wildfires across the western U.S., exacerbated by high winds and dry conditions. Lightning caused the fires in Idaho and Oregon, which threaten 600 homes and 800 other structures.

Wildfires in eastern Washington have destroyed 600 structures and forced the evacuation of 5,000 homes, with no reported deaths. The fires, exacerbated by dry weather and strong winds, are among dozens across the western U.S., including a major blaze in Idaho and Oregon threatening 600 homes. Authorities warn of continued challenges due to high temperatures and unfavorable conditions.

Wildfires in eastern Washington have destroyed 600 structures and forced the evacuation of 5,000 homes near Spokane. The Old Trails Fire, Fairview Fire, and Meadowview Fire remain uncontained, burning over 8.2 square miles. Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson declared a state of emergency as strong winds and challenging terrain hinder firefighting efforts.

Wildfires in eastern Washington have destroyed 600 structures and forced the evacuation of 5,000 homes, burning over 8.2 square miles near Spokane. The fires, named Old Trails, Fairview, and Meadowview, are exacerbated by strong winds and challenging terrain, prompting a state of emergency and a red flag weather alert.