Arrest in Major Spokane Wildfire | Augusta Georgia News

A 37-year-old man, Aaron Farinacci, has been arrested in connection with the Old Trails Fire — the largest of three devastating wildfires that destroyed at least 700 homes and displaced 67,000 people in Spokane. Investigators believe he started the blaze after a tip from a witness spotted him near the fire’s origin; evidence including matches and a lighter sealed his fate. While the other two fires remain unexplained, Farinacci’s arrest underscores the power of community vigilance. Residents like the Sims, who’ve lived there since 2005, face heartbreaking losses as charred homes and melted possessions litter the landscape — while firefighters battle to contain the flames, now numbering over 1,000, with federal aid requested for recovery. No deaths or major injuries have been reported, but missing persons are still being sought as the region begins its long road to rebuilding. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9681a962b4f30345