Washington Submits Federal Disaster Aid Request for Record-Breaking Spokane Complex, Eastern Washington Wildfires
State officials say 649 primary homes were destroyed and nearly 369,000 acres burned, making federal aid critical for recovery.
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WA wildfire home damage totals at least $188M, Ferguson says
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson on Monday asked President Donald Trump for tens of millions of dollars in federal aid to help communities recover from devastating wildfires this summer. Across the state, 649 primary residences were destroyed, mostly in Spokane County, according to the governor’s office. More than 2,500 more were damaged to some extent. The […]
Washington seeks federal disaster funds as wildfire damage tops $188 million
(The Center Square) - Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson is asking President Donald Trump to approve a major disaster declaration for Eastern Washington wildfires that destroyed hundreds of homes, displaced thousands of residents and caused more than $188 million in estimated damage. Ferguson announced the request [...]
WA wildfire home damage totals at least $188M, Ferguson says • Washington State Standard
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson on Monday asked President Donald Trump for tens of millions of dollars in federal aid to help communities recover from devastating wildfires this summer. Across the state, 649 primary residences were destroyed, mostly in Spokane County, according to the governor’s office. More than 2,500 more were damaged to some extent. The […]
Ferguson seeks wildfire disaster aid for Spokane, 3 other counties
SPOKANE, Wash. — Gov. Bob Ferguson asked President Donald Trump for a federal Major Disaster Declaration after wildfires tore through Eastern Washington in late July and early August 2026.
Washington submits federal disaster aid request for record-breaking Spokane Complex, Eastern Washington wildfires
If approved, the federal request would unlock estimated $11.2 million in assistance for individuals and $117.7 million for state debris cleanup and emergency costs.
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