Environmentscore 692·7 metrosupdated 4h ago

Wildfire in Eastern Washington Forces Evacuations and Destroys Homes

A wildfire driven by high winds has led to the evacuation of approximately 1,500 residents in eastern Washington, destroying at least 15 homes. Authorities are currently unable to search for a missing person due to dangerous conditions in the fire zone.

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