Fast Response Contains Suspicious Brush Fire in Latah Valley

A suspicious brush fire ignited in Spokane's Latah Valley on June 18, 2025, prompting swift action from firefighters. At approximately 3:45 p. m. , Battalion 1, while assisting with a nearby wildfire, spotted smoke and requested a wildland response. Crews arrived within ten minutes to find a grass and brush fire under an acre in size.

The Spokane Fire Department, supported by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources and Spokane County Fire District 10, quickly contained the fire, finishing mop-up operations within an hour. The cause of the fire is under investigation, and authorities consider it suspicious. Investigators are seeking information about a dark-colored Ford Ranger seen leaving the area shortly after the fire was reported. The incident highlights the ongoing risks of wildfires in the region, especially during dry conditions. Citizens with relevant information can assist authorities by calling Crime Check at 509.

456. 2233.