Upriver Fire Forces Evacuations in Spokane

A fast-spreading wildfire near Spokane’s Beacon Hill is forcing urgent evacuations, threatening 500 homes—with some already lost. Level Three “Go Now” orders cover areas between E. Bigelow Gulch Road and the Spokane River, while Level Two “Be Set” alerts cover nearby zones. Fire crews are battling the blaze with aerial drops of water and retardant, urging residents to stay clear to avoid interfering with critical operations. The situation is still evolving—stay alert and heed official updates. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/0e1a36672bf00f97