August 2, 2026 / 9:04 AM EDT
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A fast-moving wildfire driven by strong winds and soaring temperatures has prompted the evacuation of thousands of people in eastern Washington state.The Old Trails Fire started around noon on Saturday, burning brush and grass in an open area. It quickly spread north and east toward residential areas.In Spokane, a state of emergency was declared as cars lined the roads while people fled their homes, and orange and red flames were visible from the highway.
People watch Old Trails Fire from W. Northwest Blvd., Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026, in Spokane, Wash.
