The BBC’s Max Matza is reporting from a Spokane neighbourhood that has been left in ruins by a series of wildfires. The fires have demolished at least 860 buildings—hundreds a homes—and forced thousands into mandatory evacuation orders.
Emergency crews are still battling the flames while investigators hunt for the source of the fire that sparked the devastation. A man has already been arrested on suspicion of arson in connection with one of the blazes.
Residents in the affected area continue to receive shelter and emergency support, but the damage persists. Emergency services advise staying alert for updates on evacuation routes and rebuilding efforts.
In the wake of these events, the local community has rallied, offering aid and supplies to those displaced by the fire. The BBC will continue to bring live coverage from around the scene as the situation develops.
