SourceSmoke Streams Across Eastern Washington
Tens of thousands of people near Spokane and Chelan face unhealthy to very unhealthy air and evacuation orders; the fires have destroyed or damaged over 600 structures and are part of the state's most active fire season since 2021, fueled by drought and extreme fire weather.
- Fuelled by strong winds, high temperatures, and dry fuels
- First-ever PDS designation issued for fire weather in Washington state