Fires near Spokane, Washington, have burned 600 structures and forced 60,000 evacuations

Wildfires in eastern Washington state have forced the evacuation of 60,000 people in the Spokane area. Authorities report that at least 600 structures, including homes and businesses, have been destroyed. Firefighters are now expecting light winds and lower temperatures, which are forecast to assist in their efforts to combat the blazes. The situation remains critical as emergency services manage the impact of the fires on the local population and infrastructure in the region.