Tacoma Steps Up for Spokane Fire Victims | Seattle News

Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 17, 2026 · 1m

Western Washington’s Tacoma and Ruston communities came together in a powerful show of solidarity after historic wildfires devastated Spokane. Local residents, including Garry Gill of Garry’s on Pearl—who spearheaded the effort—donated essentials like clothes, toiletries, and backpacks, alongside financial contributions, to support displaced families. The emotional weight of losing not just possessions but cherished memories resonated deeply. Donations were packed into a U-Haul bound for Spokane, set to roll out Wednesday, embodying a heartfelt, tangible response to disaster. This episode…