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A man has been arrested in connection with the devastating Old Trails Fire in Spokane County, sparking a statewide emergency as wildfires rage on. Aaron Farinacci, 37, faces first-degree arson charges and is held on $1 million bail, with his court date set for Tuesday. The arrest followed a citizen’s tip about suspicious activity near the fire’s origin. Tens of thousands have evacuated amid terrifying scenes of smoke and explosions, while crews battle flames that still threaten to spread. Officials are searching for 14 people who requested aid, and many displaced residents say they won’t rebuild due to trauma. Smoke from fires across Canada and Washington blankets the state, even reaching Seattle, prompting the governor to impose a strict outdoor burn ban through September 30th — affecting campfires, debris burning, and more — though some exemptions remain for essential activities. The crisis continues to unfold as communities grapple with loss, displacement, and environmental fallout.

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