Brush Fire Extinguished Near Spokane Off-Ramp; Traffic Lane Remains Closed
Crews have extinguished a brush fire located near the I-90 and Highway 2 off-ramp in Spokane. The right lane of traffic remains closed due to the incident.
Spokane, WA, September 22, 2026 — Crews have successfully extinguished a brush fire that ignited near the I-90 and Highway 2 off-ramp in Spokane. The fire has been brought under control, and active firefighting operations have concluded.
The incident prompted a response from emergency crews who worked to contain and put out the flames. While the fire itself is no longer active, its impact on local transportation continues. The right lane of traffic in the vicinity of the off-ramp remains closed as authorities manage the aftermath of the brush fire. The specific duration for which the lane closure will persist was not immediately available.
Details regarding the cause of the brush fire have not been released. Information concerning the specific fire department or agency that responded, the timeline of the incident, or the exact size of the affected area was not provided. The closure is affecting traffic flow on I-90 near the Highway 2 interchange.
Authorities are advising drivers to exercise caution and expect potential delays when approaching the affected area. Further updates on the status of the traffic lane closure will be provided as they become available.
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