Disaster Date:08/18/2023
Elk, WA
Fires
What Happened
The Gray Fire, which started near Medical Lake, Washington, and the Oregon Road Fire, which started near Elk, Washington, are two significant wildfires that occurred in the area in 2023. Both fires resulted in significant damage, with the Gray Fire destroying over 259 structures and the Oregon Road Fire destroying 126 homes and 258 outbuildings, and over 20,000 acres of damage.
What MDS Is Doing
MDS work will focus on New Builds.
Location
A post office was established in the community in 1892. Elk is located on the upper reaches of the Little Spokane River in northern Spokane County. The community sits in the valley of the Little Spokane, which flows through Elk at approximately 1,840 feet above sea level.
Weekly Reports
During my Sunday walk along Deer Lake’s shoreline, I watched the final thin sheets of ice crack and recede. The sun pierced the chilly air, warming the trees while the grass is still caught in winter’s hold. Flocks of turkeys, each...
This week 10 volunteers from Wisconsin brought their experience and enthusiasm to our efforts here in Elk. We made good progress that visibly changed the look inside the houses. It’s so rewarding to see the progress. Bill’s house –...
We had snow several days this week and the snow-covered pine trees and blue sky made the drive to the worksites beautiful. We marveled at God’s creation. This week 10 volunteers from Canadian Mennonite University joined us. They brought much energy...
