Wildfires burning across Eastern Washington have forced thousands of people from their homes, including in the Spokane Valley, where the Upriver Fire has alread... (opens in new tab)

Wildfires burning across Eastern Washington have forced thousands of people from their homes, including in the Spokane Valley, where the Upriver Fire has already destroyed multiple homes and prompted a request for federal assistance. Gov. Bob Ferguson requested a Fire Management Assistance Declaration from FEMA to gain access to federal funds to help fight the Upriver Fire burning in the Spokane Valley on Tuesday night. On Wednesday afternoon, Ferguson announced FEMA approved the request. Ful...