Spokane, WA, November 5, 2026 —

The Spokane County Regional Solid Waste Valley Transfer Station has been temporarily closed due to a fire. The extent of the damage and the specific cause of the fire were not immediately available.

Officials have not yet provided a timeline for when the transfer station will reopen. Residents and businesses that utilize the Valley Transfer Station for waste disposal are advised to seek alternative disposal methods during the closure period. Information regarding alternative facilities or services is expected to be released by Spokane County Regional Solid Waste authorities as it becomes available.

Transfer stations play a critical role in managing waste by consolidating refuse from collection trucks and preparing it for transport to longer-term disposal sites, such as landfills or incinerators. The closure of such a facility can impact waste management logistics, potentially leading to increased travel times and costs for waste haulers and individuals needing to dispose of materials.

Spokane County Regional Solid Waste oversees waste management operations within the county. Further details regarding the incident, including the date of the fire and any estimated duration of the closure, will be reported as they are confirmed and released by the relevant authorities.


Story summarized from the original created by Mazie McNamara NonStop Local Digital Producer on www.khq.com, see more information here.

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