SPOKANE, Wash. – The Spokane Fire Department is actively responding to two fires near downtown Spokane, leading to the closure of 3rd Avenue from Cowley Street to Sherman Street.
The cause of the fires remains unknown as investigations by the Spokane Police Department are underway.
NonStop Local has a crew on the scene gathering more information as the situation unfolds.
Officials have not provided an estimated time for the reopening of 3rd Avenue. Residents and commuters are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.
