SPOKANE, Wash. – The Spokane Fire Department confirmed that the , was caused by arson.
The fire has been extinguished, and evacuation orders have been lifted. At its peak, the Elliott Fire spread over five acres before being fully contained within hours.
Fire crews focused on extinguishing hotspots around the college overnight. The fire reportedly began in four separate locations, according to the Department of Natural Resources.
The fire department is investigating . However, any link remains unclear at this time.
First responders are on high alert due to conditions that could quickly spread fires, including wind and temperature
