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Firefighters and Families Hold Ground in Inchelium | Spokane News
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- Aug 1, 2026
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Summary
A wildfire rages through the Colville Reservation, threatening the town of Inchelium, where residents are evacuating—but some, like Joe Pakootas Jr., refuse to leave, risking everything with their own equipment to fight the flames. Despite a paralyzed arm and worsening conditions, he’s been battling spot fires for weeks. The Modrite fire has scorched over 37,000 acres and is just 22% contained, with 600 crews and aircraft working against extreme dryness and wind. Families have lost homes, propane tanks have exploded, and the quiet beauty of the area is vanishing. Yet, community spirit remains fierce: volunteers feed and water those left behind, FEMA steps in with federal aid, and neighbors unite, driven by love for their land and each other, clinging to hope as they face an uncertain future. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/abc45014e82b3f26