Why Spokane's wildfires spread so fast, what caused them and why Washington is facing a major fire crisis.
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WorldPingFirefighters made progress against several blazes Monday after wildfires driven by drought, extreme heat and strong winds tore through Washington state's second-largest city, destroying up to 1,100 structures and prompting what officials called the w…
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24
WorldPingWildfires in Spokane have destroyed hundreds of homes and led to evacuation orders for 60,000 people.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by NPR Top
WorldPingExplosions heard in Le Porge as the wildfires raged are believed to have have been the old munitions.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by BBC News
WorldPingEurope's record-breaking hot and dry summer continues to take its toll on France and Greece, where firefighters fought to contain major blazes, while the UK recorded its driest July in nearly two centuries.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24
Bomb disposal operations are continuing in Le Porge, France, to enable residents to return to the village.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
Bodycam footage from firefighters shows the speed needed to put out the blaze sweeping through the northwestern US.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera