Coverage dated September 28, 2026

Washington submits federal disaster declaration for summer wildfires

Headline from The Columbian

Gov. Bob Ferguson announced Monday the state was submitting a request to issue a major disaster declaration for Washington’s summer wildfires — including the Spokane Complex fires — saying federal assistance is needed to help thousands of residents recover from $188 million worth of damage.

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Q13fox
Gov. Bob Ferguson requests Major Disaster Declaration for Spokane wildfire devastation (opens Q13fox)
Published Sep 28, 2026
Q13fox's feed description
Washington state officials held a press conference Monday, announcing their request to the federal government for a Major Disaster Declaration.
The Columbian
Washington submits federal disaster declaration for summer wildfires (opens The Columbian)
Published Sep 28, 2026
The Columbian's feed description
Gov. Bob Ferguson announced Monday the state was submitting a request to issue a major disaster declaration for Washington’s summer wildfires — including the Spokane Complex fires — saying federal assistance is needed to help thousands of residents recover from $188 million worth of damage.
MyNorthwest
Ferguson seeks major disaster declaration after Spokane wildfires (opens MyNorthwest)
Published Sep 28, 2026
MyNorthwest's feed description
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has requested a federal major disaster declaration that could unlock an estimated $128.9 million for wildfire survivors and community recovery efforts in eastern Washington.