A huge wildfire effort is underway across the West, with dozens of large fires burning throughout the U.S. and more than 100 active fires in British Columbia, Canada. Extreme heat and dry conditions have worsened conditions, fueling the spread, leading to evacuations in Utah and Washington. Download the Straight Arrow app today to get the stories that matter free from manipulation, bias or agenda.™ Point phone camera hereA satellite image shows smoke from wildfires in British Columbia, Canada August 9, 2026. In Washington state, crews are finally making progress around Spokane after three fires damaged or destroyed about 920 structures. British Columbia is now under a state of emergency, with hot, dry conditions keeping the fire danger high.