PHOTOS: Bothell firefighters had to rescue a boy who got into a scary situation on his school’s playground Thursday. He became trapped between two poles and crews had to use the jaws of life to get him out safely. A post on X, (formerly known as Twitter), said the little guy wasn’t hurt, “just a little scared, but nothing a hug can’t fix.
- PUB DATE: 10/6/2023 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KIRO-TV CBS 7 Seattle

PHOTOS: A newly released report by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) highlights the details of why a seaplane in Mutiny Bay crashed on Sept. 4, 2022, and killed 10 people. The float-equipped de Havilland DHC-3 airplane sank in about 200 feet of water during the crash. However, the plane was in level flight before it climbed slightly and then abruptly pitched down, descending at an estimated rate of more than 9,500 feet per minute until it impacted the water.
- PUB DATE: 10/6/2023 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KOMO-TV ABC 4 Seattle

The Oregon Road Fire began late in the afternoon on Aug. 18 and quickly grew out of control, tearing through houses and dried out trees at terrifying speed and forcing residents to evacuate. Within hours, thousands of acres had burned and hundreds of people displaced. The rapid spread meant many were not prepared to leave quickly, with many in dire straits as they struggled to corral livestock or move loved ones with restricted mobility.
- PUB DATE: 10/6/2023 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KHQ-TV NBC 6 Spokane

Starting on October 8th, the Spokane Valley Fire Department is promoting the nation's fire prevention week. It's a joint effort with city leaders from Millwood, Liberty Lake, and Spokane Valley. This year, the department wants the public to be more cautious when cooking at home. “Most people don’t realize the dangers surrounding their stoves, ovens, microwaves, and barbecues,” said SVFD Deputy Fire Marshal Brett Anderson.
- PUB DATE: 10/5/2023 8:35:00 PM - SOURCE: KXLY-TV ABC 4 Spokane

As Medical Lake and Elk residents continue to recover from a devastating wildfire season, Washington state's governor is looking to the Commander in Chief for recovery assistance. Washington Gov. Jay Inslee sent a letter to President Joe Biden on Wednesday asking for a major disaster declaration for the Gray and Oregon Road fires.
- PUB DATE: 10/5/2023 3:25:25 AM - SOURCE: KREM-TV CBS 2 Spokane