600 Buildings Burn, 60,000 People Evacuate in Horrific Natural Disaster in Washington

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Wildfires in Washington state are destroying entire neighborhoods and forcing tens of thousands of residents to flee. Officials say it's the worst natural disaster in the region's history As flames quickly tore through neighborhoods, thousands fled for their lives. So far, the inferno has consumed hundreds of structures and forced 60,000 people to evacuate. More than 600 homes and buildings in the Spokane area have been damaged or destroyed by multiple fires. Video and photos from the area reveal terror and total devastation. Aric Frank recorded his home's final moments. "I don't think I'm gonna rebuild here because I don't ever want to have to relive a fire coming up this hill again." More than 7,000 acres are burning, and firefighters have come in from California and as far away as Australia to help battle the blaze. However, as of Monday morning, crews have been unable to contain the fire. Read the full story from CBN's Dale Hurd: https://cbn.com/news/us/600-buildings-burn-600

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