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Spokane’s Fires: A War Zone in the Heart of the State | Seattle News
Spokane’s facing a wildfire nightmare—three of the worst fires in regional history are raging, with over a thousand responders battling flames that could take weeks to contain. Homes are gone, and recovery may be measured in months. FEMA’s stepping in with 75% firefighting cost coverage, but the total damage? Already $3.45 million—and that’s just the cleanup. No deaths reported yet, but officials call it a “war zone,” with evacuations still ongoing and investigations underway. Statewide, 17 major fires burn as 5,000 personnel fight to protect lives and property. An emergency declaration is…
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