Why Spokane's wildfires became so catastrophic

By Global News

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Ferocious wildfires have damaged about 700 buildings in and around Spokane, Wash. A 37-year-old Spokane man has been arrested and charged with first-degree arson in connection with the biggest of the fires burning in the area. Global News chief meteorologist Anthony Farnell explains why else these flames became so disastrous. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca/news/12008633/arson-suspect-devastating-spokane-wildfire-arrested/ Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Follow Global News on X HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt Follow Global News on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@globalnews.ca?lang=en #GlobalNews

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