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Avista says wildfires damage West Spokane transmission lines, risking periodic power outages

PUBT·08/03/2026 01:34:53
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Avista says wildfires damage West Spokane transmission lines, risking periodic power outages
  • Avista restored power to customers affected only by wildfire-related public safety shutoffs, implemented Saturday across parts of Washington and Idaho.
  • Wildfires damaged electric and natural gas infrastructure in the Spokane area, leaving ongoing outages due to access limits and safety conditions.
  • Transmission damage in West Spokane reduced system capacity, raising the risk of periodic outages during repairs.
  • About 5,300 natural gas customers remained out of service as crews awaited safe access to assess damage and begin restoration.


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