As wildfires continue to ravage parts of Washington state, a team of investigators from BBC Verify has taken to the skies and streets to assess the full extent of the damage. By comparing videos posted online in the aftermath of the fires with images of the same streets taken before the blazes, they have been able to piece together a devastating picture of the destruction. The comparison reveals the shocking scale of the devastation, with entire neighborhoods reduced to smoldering rubble and once-thriving communities left in ruins. As the people of Washington state begin the long and difficult process of rebuilding, these stark images serve as a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of the wildfires.
BBC Verify has matched videos posted online in the aftermath with images of the same streets before the fires to assess the damage in Washington state.
