Washington wildfires scorch 250,000 acres, cut power to 60,000
What's new: Spokane evacuated about 200 homes, while the governor imposed a statewide emergency and burn ban through September.
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Phoenix heat streak hits 100 days as West faces wildfire danger
What's new: Forecasters expect 116F in Phoenix, 115F in Las Vegas and record heat in parts of Montana through the weekend.