No deaths have been reported yet, but given the chaotic nature of the firestorm, deaths may have occurred. 2026 (August) Old Trails Fire (Spokane, Washington) Wind-driven fire roared into northwestern Spokane, destroying 700+ structures. These winds will push the wildfire smoke concentrated in eastern Washington and Oregon toward the coast, affecting more heavily populated areas. According to the EPA, a premature air pollution death is one that occurs on average 14 years before a person would have otherwise died. — (@cira-csu.bsky.social) 2026-08-03T18:25:49.199ZUnprecedented wildfires in EuropeMultiple nations in Europe have also been battling unprecedented wildfires and unhealthy levels of smoke in recent weeks.