Spokane, fires
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Recent deadly fires in Paradise, Lahaina, Los Angeles and now Spokane are a sign of the future for those living in or near fire-prone areas.
Spokane wildfires have burned over 10,000 acres, destroyed 700 structures and forced 65,000 evacuations as smoke spreads.
One Spokane resident tells the BBC she realised the immense danger when she heard the fire had jumped over the river.
The fires have consumed thousands of acres, destroyed homes and forced residents to evacuate.
The disaster is beginning to resemble the neighborhood-level devastation seen during Southern California's deadly Palisades fire.
The Spokane fires show why acreage alone can obscure a wildfire’s toll—and why homes, structures, and human losses matter far more.
Firefighters made gains in containing the Spokane Complex wildfires, but weather conditions could lead to more spread as the week goes on.
Christopher Guyton says losing his home in the Spokane wildfire strengthened his Christian faith and inspired him to spread the Gospel to others.