Historic Wildfires in Spokane Force Mass Evacuations and Power Outages
Historic Wildfires in Spokane Force Mass Evacuations and Power Outages
US · Published Aug 7, 2026
A historic wildfire emergency is unfolding in Spokane, Washington, where the Spokane Complex Fire has already destroyed over 700 structures and burned more than 10,000 acres.
Thousands of residents have been forced to evacuate, with Level 3 'Go Now' orders still in effect for parts of northwest Spokane, Riverside State Park, and surrounding areas.

Impact & Risks

The wildfires have displaced over 65,000 residents, with thousands of homes and critical infrastructure at risk. The Autumn Lane Fire has crossed the Spokane River, threatening the Indian Trail neighborhood, while the Old Trails Fire continues to spread northwest of Spokane. The Fairview Fire is endangering neighborhoods and power systems northeast of the city. Thousands of customers are without power due to safety-related shutdowns. Air quality has deteriorated, posing health risks, especially to vulnerable populations. The fires have also disrupted operations at Spokane Veterans Affairs and the Spokane Humane Society, both of which have evacuated their facilities.

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