Evacuations Lowered for Aubrey Fire in Spokane County

Aubrey White Fire held at 40 acres in Riverside State Park with smoke plumes expected through week's end

SPOKANE, Wash. — A wildfire that broke out Sunday afternoon in Riverside State Park has burned 40 acres and damaged one structure.

Mandatory evacuations ordered as wildfire spreads near Spokane, Washington

A fast-moving wildfire near Spokane, Washington has prompted mandatory evacuations as it threatens structures near Riverside State Park, according to officials. The Equestrian/Aubrey fire broke out Sunday afternoon and quickly prompted Level 3 evacuation orders—meaning residents must leave immediately—for multiple neighborhoods and areas near the Riverside state park. Emergency alerts have been issued for several communities, including areas nea…

Aubrey Fire prompts Level 3 and Level 2 evacuations near Riverside State Park in Spokane

UPDATE 4:51 P.M.

Riverside State Park blaze suppression efforts effective; evacuation alert downgraded

Evacuation orders were given Sunday for a 50-acre wildfire burning west of Equestrian Lane and a quarter mile south of Morin Trailhead in Riverside State Park.

Evacuations lowered for Aubrey Fire in Spokane County

The fire is west of Equestrian Lane and 1/4 mile south of Morin Trailhead. The fire has spread to 50 acres, according to the Department of Natural Resources.

Spokane Aubrey Fire evacuation map: Level 3 orders in effect as blaze burns 50 acres