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Wildfires Evacuate Thousands in Spokane

Updated 2026-08-02 13:55 UTC 1 source Negative

Three wildfires prompted Level 3 evacuation orders for large parts of Spokane, Wash., forcing residents to leave immediately.

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Thousands of people under evacuation order from wildfires in Spokane, Wash.

There are three fires in and around the city. Large parts of Spokane are under Level 3 evacuation orders, which read: "Leave NOW! This may be your only notice."

2026-08-02 13:35 UTC