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Washington wildfires destroy hundreds of buildings, force thousands to flee Spokane
Wildfires in Spokane, Washington, have destroyed hundreds of buildings and forced approximately 60,000 to 65,000 residents to evacuate. A 37-year-old man was arrested and charged with arson in connection with one of the fires. Officials described the event as the worst natural disaster in Spokane's history, with fires driven by drought, heat, and strong winds. Firefighters made progress against the blazes on Monday.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 1 · Centre 2 · Right 2 n = 5
- Left (1): The Telegraph (India)
- Centre (2 votes, 3 outlets): Deccan Chronicle, Hindustan Times · Mint (HT Media — 1 vote)
- Right (2): Firstpost, Republic World
- International (6): Al Jazeera English, Associated Press, BBC News, Deutsche Welle, France 24, The Guardian