News Releases for Thursday, August 21, 2025

Spokane, WALocal News

The Spokane Police Department is seeking public assistance in locating a missing adult, designated as endangered, as of August 21, 2025. The request for help was issued at 12:14 p. m. , emphasizing the urgency of the situation. Concurrently, firefighters were dispatched to a warehouse fire at 101 North Madelia Street following numerous reports of black smoke around 9:53 a.

m. The visible smoke raised immediate concern, prompting a rapid response from emergency services. These incidents underscore the critical role of community vigilance in public safety matters. Citizens are urged to report any leads regarding the missing person to the authorities. The Spokane Police Department continues to engage with the community for support in such emergencies.

These occurrences reflect broader public safety issues faced by the city.

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