Eastern Washington Wildfire Resources for the Gonzaga Community

Wildfires during summer months are a concern in Eastern Washington. We know the impact can be devastating for our colleagues, families, and friends. Please remember that you are not alone—support is readily available to you through our Care & Support Resources and the local organizations listed below.

Current Fires

The 2026 fire season has begun in the Inland Northwest and has already
impacted some of our colleagues, families, and friends. Our thoughts and
prayers are with all those affected by wildfires.

WatchDuty is a free website with information on wildfires such as the area
covered, containment, and evacuation maps. There is a free app that offers
updates and alerts to a mobile phone.

Upriver Fire, Spokane, WA

This fire started Tuesday, June 16 and has led to evacuations for some in our
community. The University is providing what assistance it can to those
affected on a case-by-case basis.

Gonzaga University Resources

SupportLinc is your Gonzaga toolkit with tips to prepare and act in wildfire situations.

• Wildfire Resources
• Wildfire Tip Sheets

Resources for Employees

Employees may access all SupportLinc services by visiting gonzaga.mysupportportal.com
or calling 1-888-881-LINC (5462).

Resources for Students

BetterMynd, provides immediate access to counselors, with the ability to book teletherapty sessions directly from your computer. Students can use Gonzaga University single-sign-on credentials (Zagmail address and password) to log in.

Washington State Resources

• Washington State’s wildfire website provides information for immediate safety, assistance and technical resources.
• Washington State’s Department of Natural Resources tracks wildfires for situational awareness.

National Resources

A number of National resources are also available.

• Local American Red Cross Locator – Enter your zip code to locate the nearest American Red Cross assistance site.
• FEMA: After the Fire (PDF) – Learn what to do and what to expect after a fire in your home.
• Ready.gov – Learn what to do before, during and after a wildfire.
• Airnow.gov – The one-stop source for air quality data in your local area; search by zip code.
• 2-1-1 Emergency Resources – Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Dial 211 from a landline or 877-652-1148 from a mobile device. Information can also be accessed by texting your zip code to 898-211 from a mobile phone or tablet.