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Resources & Support 

Fire Recovery 
& Long-Term Support

Support and relief resources are available across Spokane County. Find assistance or discover how to help below.

Evacuation 

Community Meetings
Tuesday, August 11th at 6pm
Location:

Lakeside High School in Suncrest.

5909 WA-291, Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026

Wednesday, August 12th at 6pm
Location:

Mead High School

302 W Hastings Rd, Spokane, WA 99218

Financial Assistance
Avoid Wildfire Recovery Scams

After a wildfire, scammers can move quickly. This guide from Washington State walks through seven steps to protect yourself before you hire a contractor, sign a contract, or share personal or insurance information, along with warning signs to watch for and who to contact if you think you've been scammed.

Aug 7 2026

Safety Advisory: Post-Fire Hazards

Safety guidance for residents, business owners, and contractors returning to fire-damaged properties. 

Karen Worthy Memorial Wildfire Grant

Households whose primary residence was destroyed in the Old Trails, Autumn Lane, or Fairview fires may qualify for $10,000 in direct financial assistance, whether you own or rent your home. The fund was established by Walt Worthy in memory of his wife Karen and is administered by the Spokane Region Long Term Recovery Group.

Applications close October 18, 2026

Aug 7 2026

Safety Advisory: Post-Fire Hazards

Safety guidance for residents, business owners, and contractors returning to fire-damaged properties. 

Public Health + Safety Advisories
What You Need to Know About EPA Hazmat Removal

Learn how the EPA emergency response program works, next steps for your property, and find answers to frequently asked questions.

Aug 7 2026

Safety Advisory: Post-Fire Hazards

Safety guidance for residents, business owners, and contractors returning to fire-damaged properties. 

Protective Equipment for Returning Homeowners

Pick up protective equipement kits at any of these fire stations

Station 92

3801 E. Farwell Rd. Mead, WA

Station 93

3028 W. Strong Rd. Spokane, WA on Five Mile

Station 95

9915 W. Charles Rd. Nine Mile Falls, WA

For the most up-to-date evacuation info, visit the Spokane Regional Emergency Communications evacuation map.

For the most up-to-date air quality information, visit Spokane Clean Air.

Evacuation Services
Red Cross at the Spokane Convention Center

Address:

334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.

Hours:

24 hour availability

Details:

Free parking in the garage. Pets welcome.

Address:

Spokane County Fairgrounds
404 N. Havana St.

Hours:

24 hour availability

Details:

Open to livestock and larger animals, RV space and trailer parking available.

Self-care Support

For showers and other temporary respite needs. Personal identification will be required for access.

Hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Locations

Address:

10727 N Newport Hwy, Spokane, WA 99218

Address:

2921 E 57th, Spokane, WA 99223

Address:

2421 N Discovery Place, Spokane Valley, WA 99216

Address:

930 N Monroe, Spokane, WA 99201

Food Donations & Supplies
Partners Inland Northwest

Collecting and distributing donations of food, clothing, diapers, and hygine items.

Address:

10814 E Broadway Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99206

Spokane Humane Society

Collecting and distributing donations of pet supplies

Address:

6607 N Havana St.

Spokanimal

Collecting donations of pet supplies (food, blankets, towels)

Address:

715 N. Crestlilne St.

Global Neighborhood Thrift

Accepting clothing donations at:

Thrift Store

905 E. Trent Ave, Spokane, WA 99202

St. Mark's Church

316 E. 24th Ave

Waste to Energy

2900 S. Geiger Blvd.

North Transfer Station

905 E. Trent Ave, Spokane, WA 99202

Valley Transfer Station

3941 N. Sullivan Rd

contact

Administrative Office

3801 E. Farwell Road

Mead,k WA 99021

Email: ADMIN@SCFD9.ORG

Phone: (509)466-4602

Is It Safe to Return Home?

Find safety guidance, PPE pickup locations, and recovery resources.

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