AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoWildfires & Emergency Response: Washington’s wildfire crisis is escalating fast: state officials say fires have burned past 250,000 acres, with Spokane hit hardest by the wind-driven Old Trails Fire. Evacuations are underway, including Level 3 “Go Now” orders in parts of Spokane, and officials report about 60,000 people without power. Gov. Bob Ferguson declared a statewide emergency and issued a burn ban, while crews from across the region and the National Guard support firefighting. Heat & Health Risks: A separate surge of extreme heat across the West is raising health and wildfire danger. Local Updates: In Union Gap, authorities opened a shelter and closed U.S. Highway 97 south of Union Gap due to smoke and fire activity. Sports (Seattle): The Mariners snapped a skid with a 4-3 win over the Twins, while Seattle’s Reign beat Bay FC 3-2 on a late Jess Fishlock goal. MLB Trade: Seattle traded pitcher Luis Castillo to the White Sox for Seranthony Domínguez, Nolan Jones, and prospect Boston Smith. Seafair: The Blue Angels show was canceled Saturday due to high winds, with organizers expecting Sunday to proceed.
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