Residents of Spokane, a US city accustomed to wildfire seasons, say they have been shocked by the scale of recent fire devastation, according to the BBC.
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Key facts
- The city affected is Spokane in the United States.
- Residents described by the BBC as 'fire-seasoned' say they were shocked by the scale of the devastation.
- One resident told the BBC she realised the danger when she heard the fire had jumped over the river.
- Official casualty and damage figures were not included in the available source.
Residents of the US city of Spokane, who are accustomed to living through wildfire seasons, say they have been shocked by the scale of the recent devastation, according to the BBC.
One Spokane resident told the BBC that she realised the immense danger when she heard the fire had jumped over the river, according to the outlet’s report.
The extent of casualties and property damage was not detailed in the available source, and further official figures were not immediately available.
Why it matters
Accounts from residents of a community familiar with wildfire seasons indicate the recent fire exceeded their expectations, though the full scale of its impact has not yet been confirmed in the available reporting.
Frequently asked questions
Which city is affected by the wildfire?
According to the BBC, the affected city is Spokane in the United States.
Why were residents so shocked?
The BBC reports that residents who are used to wildfire seasons were shocked by the scale of the devastation, with one saying she realised the danger when the fire jumped over the river.
How did one resident describe the moment she understood the danger?
She told the BBC she realised the immense danger when she heard the fire had jumped over the river.
Timeline
- Scale of devastation shocks US city's fire-seasoned residents
BBC World: One Spokane resident tells the BBC she realised the immense danger when she heard the fire had jumped over the river.