A wildfire northwest of downtown Spokane, Washington, has caused significant destruction, impacting over 600 structures. Officials are still evaluating the full extent of the damage. The blaze is currently measured at 5,390 acres according to Benjamin Cossel from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, as reported by NBC News.

Authorities have confirmed that more than 600 structures were damaged. However, it is unclear how many of these were homes, businesses, or educational facilities. The fires, collectively known as the Spokane Area Fires, are categorized into three separate incidents: the Old Trails Fire, the Fairview Fire, and the Autumn Lane Fire.

The California Interagency Incident Management Teams, known for handling complex wildland-urban fires, took control of the situation on Saturday night. These types of fires are especially challenging as they threaten residential and developed areas.

Evacuation zones will remain inaccessible to residents until it is deemed safe for their return. Verified social media posts have shown visuals of a local sports complex with smoke in the backdrop, which later succumbed to the flames.

This situation is ongoing, and further updates will provide more clarity on the impacts of the fires.