Thousands told to evacuate as wildfires worsen in Washington state

The Washington National Guard said it is rapidly mobilizing units to assist Spokane as wildfires spread. Evacuation orders have been issued for thousands of residents.

The Washington National Guard announced Sunday it is rapidly mobilizing units to assist Spokane as wildfires worsen, with thousands of residents ordered to evacuate. The National Guard stated on X that it is "rapidly mobilizing units" to support local firefighting efforts.

Earlier Sunday, a large fire in Spokane destroyed dozens of homes, as The Zioneer reported. The extent of the current fire's spread, the number of crews deployed, and any additional damage remain unclear.

2 developments

1. 1 hour ago · 11:36 · 2 AugLatest

   National Guard mobilizing to assist as evacuation orders expand to thousands.

2. 07:17 · 2 Aug

   Dozens of homes destroyed in large fire in Spokane, Washington

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