Wildfire patterns are shifting in Pacific Northwest

As wildfire seasons lengthen and intensify in response to climate change, the Spokane region exemplifies how communities must adapt their fire preparedness and response strategies.

First covered Aug 5, 2026 · 1:30 AM PT · 1 article

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17h Grist Wildfire season is changing. Spokane is showing how.

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research.fs.usda.gov Where humans and forests meet: The rapidly growing wildland-urban interface | US Forest Service Research and Development

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Appeared in: 2026-08-06 (#16)

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