Spokane Valley Releases Fire Recovery Resource Guide

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  Spokane County has published a resource guide for residents affected by the Spokane Complex FiresNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  The resource guide details steps to replace lost documents and access recovery assistanceNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  The guide lists contact information for obtaining birth and death certificates“Spokane Regional Health District: www.SRHD.org/birth-death-certificates Birth and death certificates Washington State Department of Licensing - www.DOL.wa.gov/wildfire-relief Driver’s licenses and ID cards Titles to vehicles and vessels Business and professional licenses Marriage Certificates 1889-present: Auditor | Spokane County, WA 1968–present: Washington State Department of Health Divorce Certificates 1900*-present: Spokane County Clerk 1968-present: Washington State Department of Health Fire Reports Why do I need a fire report? Some insurers require documented proof of the fire. A fire report helps verify that the damage was caused by the wildfire and aids with claims. Additionally, fire reports may help with legal and financial needs, as well as replacing documents. Resources:Please contact the administrative office for your specific fire department or complete a public records request online.”
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  The guide lists contact information for obtaining driver's licenses“Washington State Department of Licensing - www.DOL.wa.gov/wildfire-reliefDriver’s licenses and ID cards”
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  The guide lists contact information for obtaining vehicle titlesNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  The guide lists contact information for obtaining fire reports from local fire departments“Spokane Fire Department: 509-625-6350 or [email protected]Spokane County Fire District 4: 509-467-4500 or www.SCFD4.orgSpokane County Fire District 9: 509-466-4602 or www.SCFD9.orgSpokane County Fire District 10: 509-244-2425 or www.SCFD10.org”
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  The guide outlines financial assistance programs“Financial Assistance\nAm I qualified for financial assistance? Several financial assistance programs are available to support fire survivors, each with its own eligibility requirements.\n\nResources:\nState Individual Assistance: People whose homes were lost or severely damaged by the wildfires are encouraged to apply regardless of their income or whether they have insurance.\nDisaster Cash Assistance through DSHS: An emergency cash assistance program available to people who are not eligible for other cash assistance programs.\nRed Cross: To apply and receive assistance, individuals must come in person to one of the service centers.”
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  The financial assistance programs include State Individual Assistance“State Individual Assistance: People whose homes were lost or severely damaged by the wildfires are encouraged to apply regardless of their income or whether they have insurance.”
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  The financial assistance programs include Disaster Cash Assistance through DSHS“Disaster Cash Assistance through DSHS: An emergency cash assistance program available to people who are not eligible for other cash assistance programs.”
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  The guide outlines insurance claim guidance from the Office of the Insurance Commissioner“The Office of the Insurance Commissioner offers steps to take after home damage or a loss | Office of the Insurance Commissioner.”
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  The Office of the Insurance Commissioner will host monthly workshops at Spokane Falls Community College“Office of the Insurance Governor will host monthly insurance claims workshops the 2nd Monday of every month until December 2026. The workshop location is Spokane Falls Community College, Building 24, Auditorium Room 110, in sn-w’ey-mn, 3410 W Whistalks Way, Spokane, WA 99224.”
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  The monthly workshops will offer in-person support for wildfire-related insurance claims“Office of the Insurance Governor will host monthly insurance claims workshops the 2nd Monday of every month until December 2026. The workshop location is Spokane Falls Community College, Building 24, Auditorium Room 110, in sn-w’ey-mn, 3410 W Whistalks Way, Spokane, WA 99224.”
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  The monthly workshops will continue until December 2026“Office of the Insurance Governor will host monthly insurance claims workshops the 2nd Monday of every month until December 2026. The workshop location is Spokane Falls Community College, Building 24, Auditorium Room 110, in sn-w’ey-mn, 3410 W Whistalks Way, Spokane, WA 99224.”