A left tributary of the Columbia River spanning Idaho and Washington
Fire officials report multiple wildfires across the Western U.S. have intensified, with the Old Trails Fire in Washington near Spokane expanding rapidly and prompting evacuations, while Oregon faces closures and near-term risk as crews contend with hot, dry, windy conditions.
Wildfires near Spokane have expanded to more than 8.2 square miles as weather worsens, prompting evacuations, emergency declarations, and power shutoffs. Officials warn winds could intensify, complicating containment efforts and threatening more structures.
Wildfires around Spokane, Washington, have destroyed hundreds of structures and forced tens of thousands to evacuate. Aaron Farinacci has been arrested on arson charges in connection with the Old Trails Fire, which is part of a broader fire cluster threatening the region. Firefighting efforts are ongoing amid hot, dry conditions as authorities assess missing persons and containment progress.