Wildfires in Spokane, Washington, have led to the destruction of hundreds of homes. These fires have resulted in evacuation orders for approximately 60,000 residents. Major fires include the Old Trails Fire, the Autumn Lane Fire, and the Fairview Fire. Each is burning near Spokane, a city with over 230,000 people.
As of August 3, 2026, firefighters have been battling these blazes, which have charred more than 7,000 acres. An estimated 600 homes have been lost to the fires.
Affected Areas and Scenes
Visual evidence shows the extent of the destruction:
- Images from W. Northwest Blvd. highlight the spread of the Old Trails Fire.
- In the Balboa neighborhood, a burned car and motorcycle stand amidst destroyed homes.
- Members of the Spokane Fire Department rest near the ruins of homes in the area.
- Individuals like Chris Mutton and the Munsons face the aftermath, as they observe the ruins of their properties.
- Andrew Rowley looks on as the Old Trails Fire burns, following evacuation from the Dwight Merkel Sports Complex.
On N. Victor St. and W. Lyons Ave., homes continue to smolder from the recent fires.
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