Wildfires in eastern Washington state have forced the evacuation of numerous homes. Authorities report that around 5,000 homes have been evacuated due to the fires. The blazes have also destroyed many structures, with approximately 600 homes, businesses, and other buildings burned.

2 square miles around Spokane. No deaths have been reported from the fires in this area. Further details on the wildfires and evacuation efforts are available from WSVN 7 News, including information on fires in other western states such as Idaho and Oregon.