As multiple wildfires continue to burn across Spokane County and surrounding communities in eastern Washington, members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are joining with neighbors, emergency responders, and community organizations to provide comfort, practical assistance, and hope to those affected.
Local news reports say more than 8,000 acres have burned, at least 600 structures have been impacted, and thousands of residents remain under evacuation orders as firefighters continue working to contain the fast-moving fires. Local officials caution that damage assessments are ongoing.
Many Latter-day Saint families have evacuated from their homes, including members throughout the Spokane Washington North Stake, which lies entirely within the evacuation zone. Members of the Spokane Washington Mount Spokane Stake have also experienced evacuations as the fires have spread into additional communities across the region.
Meetinghouses in the stakes throughout the Spokane Coordinating Council have been opened to assist members displaced by the fires. Local leaders continue coordinating efforts to provide temporary housing, meals, pastoral care, and other support as needs arise, while members throughout the region are serving neighbors and strengthening their communities through acts of Christlike compassion.
Members of the Church have also opened their homes to displaced families, assisted with evacuations, delivered meals, and offered emotional and spiritual support to those affected.
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