Residents returning to fire-hit communities in Spokane County, Washington, found homes destroyed after three fast-moving wildfires forced about 60,000 people to evacuate. Hundreds of structures were destroyed or damaged, and officials said it would take time to assess the full toll.

There are at least three fires in and around the city. Large parts of Spokane are under Level 3 evacuation orders, which read: "Leave NOW! This may be your only notice."

Washington is facing a destructive fire season, with wildfires burning about 425,000 acres, according to officials.