Thursday, 19 July 2018

Wildfires

Wildfires - Washington, USA

A small but fast-moving wildfire in Spokane prompted evacuation notices for more than 700 homes, authorities said Tuesday. The so-called Upriver Beacon Fire, which was less than 1 square mile (2.6 sq. kilometer), broke out near a residential area. Several homes caught fire, according to Spokane Valley Fire Department spokeswoman Melanie Rose. State officials said at least one structure had been completely destroyed.

Wildfires - Oregon, USA

The growth of multiple wildfires in Southern Oregon led to evacuation orders in three areas Wednesday night. The Grants Pass, Applegate Valley and Wimer areas were each threatened by a wildfire dangerous enough to prompt officials to prepare or require locals to leave their homes.

There are more than 160 wildfires burning across Southern Oregon, most of them sparked by a lightning storm last Sunday.

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