The Other Way People Are Losing Their Homes In The Fires

Tenant rights lawyer warns of impending eviction crisis as renters face long-term repercussions of the Spokane Complex fires

By: Erin Sellers

Outlets: RANGE Media

Published: September 3, 2026

Words: 2,926

Last Updated: 1 week ago

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Hannah Swenson needs more time.

A tenants’ rights lawyer, she’s well put together, her hair tied back in a neat bun and her suit jacket unwrinkled. But the exhaustion of 16-hour days is starting to creep into her voice. It’s been a little over two weeks since the most destructive wildfires in Washington’s history began roaring along the northwest edge of Spokane. By Monday, August 17, the fires were mostly contained, but for Swenson, …

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