Fire Press Release

North Side House Fire 

Incident #: 2013057570
Date of Incident: 12/09/2013
Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Jones

Narrative:On 12/09/2013 at 01:25 hours, the Spokane Fire Department responded 5 engines, 2 ladders, 1 rescue, and 2 battalion chiefs to a reported structure fire at 2004 W Gordon.  First arriving SE13 reported smoke showing from the windows on Alpha and Delta sides.  After ensuring all occupants were evacuated from the structure, SE13 took a fire attack hose lead into the structure to locate and extinguish the fire.  The fire was located in the basement on side Delta. SE13 and SE16 were successful in knocking down the fire and containing the fire to that area of the structure.  SL4, SL2 and SE3 assisted the fire attack efforts by pulling ceiling to expose any areas where fire may have extended.  There were no injuries to civilians or Firefighters on this response.

Cause:This fire is under investigation by the Spokane Fire Departments SIU

Damage:Fire damage to 2 bedrooms, smoke damage throughout the home

# Firefighters Responding: 25

Dollar Loss: $ 40,000

Other Agencies Responding:
AMR

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