Help, shelter and support for our community
Find current evacuation information, emergency shelters, animal assistance, smoke and power resources, community support, and homeowners and renters insurance guidance.
Resource page reviewed August 3, 2026. Conditions and shelter locations may change without notice.
Do not call 911 for general fire updates. Use the official evacuation map and emergency alert system below.
Immediate assistance
Shelter and evacuation resources
Shelter availability can change as evacuation zones move. Confirm current availability before traveling whenever it is safe to do so.
Spokane Convention Center
334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.Spokane, WA 99201
Red Cross shelter support may include a safe place to stay, meals, phone charging, basic supplies, health services and emotional support. Pets have been welcomed during this response.
Get directionsAmerican Red Cross Shelter Finder
Check the live Red Cross directory for open shelters and current disaster services. You may also call 1-800-733-2767.
Search open sheltersSpokane County Evacuation Map
Enter an address to review its current evacuation zone. Follow official Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 instructions immediately.
Open evacuation mapAlert Spokane
Register your phone and email to receive local emergency warnings, evacuation notices and other public-safety alerts.
Register for alertsSpokane County Fair & Expo Center
404 N. Havana St.Spokane Valley, WA 99212
The Fair and Expo Center has been designated to support large animals and livestock evacuated from affected areas. Verify availability before arrival.
View facility informationSpokane County Emergency Management
Review official evacuation guidance, preparedness information, county announcements and emergency-management contacts.
View official updatesYou do not have to stay overnight to receive help.
Red Cross shelters may provide meals, device charging, hygiene supplies, medication or eyeglass replacement assistance, and emotional support. Identification is not required to enter a Red Cross disaster shelter.
Essential services
Food, air quality, power and community assistance
These resources can help displaced residents and households affected by smoke, utility interruptions or other fire-related disruptions.
Washington 211
Connect with local food, emergency housing, transportation, financial assistance, disability support and other community services.
Call 211Washington 211 Resource Directory
Search a statewide database of health and human services when phone lines are busy or you need a specific type of assistance.
Search community resourcesSpokane Regional Clean Air Agency
Check current air quality, smoke forecasts and guidance for reducing exposure to harmful wildfire smoke.
Check Spokane air qualityAirNow Fire and Smoke Map
View current smoke plumes, air-quality monitors and fire-related air conditions across the region.
Open fire and smoke mapAvista Outage Information
Review reported outages and restoration information. Always stay away from downed power lines and report them immediately.
View Avista outage mapWashington State Travel Center
Check state highway closures, travel alerts and roadway conditions. Never drive around a fire or law-enforcement barricade.
Check road conditionsLost Medication Assistance
Contact your pharmacy and insurer as soon as possible. Explain that the medication was lost, destroyed or left behind during an emergency evacuation and request an emergency refill.
Review disaster assistanceWashington Wildfire Resources
Access statewide wildfire information, emergency contacts, recovery guidance and links to government support programs.
View state resourcesUnreported Fire or Immediate Hazard
Call 911 to report an active fire, trapped person, medical emergency, downed power line or other immediate threat.
Call 911Recovery guidance
Homeowners and renters insurance tips
Standard homeowners and renters policies typically cover fire and smoke damage, but coverage limits, deductibles and temporary housing benefits vary by policy.
What to do right away
Important coverage reminders
- Homeowners insurance generally covers the structure and covered personal property, subject to policy limits and exclusions.
- Renters insurance may cover your personal belongings and additional living expenses after a covered fire.
- A landlord’s insurance usually covers the building—not a tenant’s furniture, clothing, electronics or other belongings.
- Smoke damage may be covered even when flames never reached the property.
- Vehicle fire or smoke damage is generally handled through comprehensive auto coverage, not a home or renters policy.
- Ask whether debris removal, trees, landscaping, code upgrades and replacement-cost coverage are included.
Unless it creates a health or safety hazard, photograph and inventory damaged belongings before disposal. Ask the adjuster what documentation is required.
Keep a disaster expense folder
- Hotel and temporary rental receipts
- Restaurant and grocery expenses above normal spending
- Laundry and clothing purchases
- Pet boarding and animal-care expenses
- Transportation and additional mileage
- Medication and medical-equipment replacement
- Emergency supplies and temporary repairs
- Photos, videos and lists of damaged property
Your adjuster will determine which costs qualify under your policy. Missing documentation is much harder to recreate later.
Need help with an insurance company?
The Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner can answer policy questions, help consumers understand their rights and accept complaints involving insurance companies.
Consumer hotline:
1-800-562-6900
Weekdays, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.