The Brief Three fast-moving wildfires near Spokane have forced more than 60,000 people to flee their homes, destroying at least 600 structures in Spokane. Three wildfires surrounding Spokane forced more than 60,000 people to evacuate as flames destroyed at least 600 structures across Spokane County, officials said. Autumn Lane Fire: Burning 4,318 acres in the Nine Mile Falls area of northwestern Spokane. Other fires burning in Washington stateOther fires burning across the state are contributing to the poor air quality. The Source: Information in this story came from the city of Spokane, City of Spokane Fire Department, Spokane County Emergency Management and original reporting by FOX 13 Seattle.