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Spokane's Fire History in Flames | Spokane News
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Spokane’s been hit hard again — the Old Trails Fire tore through Northwest Spokane, destroying 640 homes, marking the worst blaze in city history. It’s part of a troubling pattern: just weeks prior, the Upriver Fire burned 213 acres and 14 homes; three years ago, the Oregon Road and Gray fires destroyed 366 homes combined. Firefighters have long warned that climate change is fueling these disasters. But Spokane’s not new to this — in 1889, the Great Spokane Fire obliterated 32 downtown blocks, including banks, hotels, and the post office. These recent fires aren’t just shocking — they’re a haunting echo of the past, reminding us recovery will be long and painful for everyone affected.
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