ISSUING OFFICER: Ken Kirsch/Battalion Chief
DATE OF INCIDENT: 7/19/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 520 W Sharp
CITY: Spokane
STATE: Wa
ZIP:
NARRATIVE: On 07/19/08, at approximately 1426 hrs units of the City of Spokane Fire Department responded to 520 W Sharp upon report of a structure fire. First arriving fire department units found a one and one half story, wood-frame, single family residence, with the rear of the structure fully involved in fire. A commercial structure, in very close proximity to the fire building, had flames lapping on its' siding and roof areas. Fire crews had to deal with the fire structure as well as the exposure building. Advancement of pre-connected hose-lines, roof ventilation, as well as search and rescue operations were conducted on the main fire structure. At the same time fire crews forced entry into the exposure building, advanced hose-lines inside, and used exterior lines to protect the building from fire damage. The fire was brought under control within approximately one and one half hours. Crews will remain on scene throughout the night to assure extinguishment. Damage to the exposure building was limited to the exterior siding, with very minor damage to the interior. The main fire building had severe fire damage to most areas of the interior and is considered a total loss.
A total of 27 firefighters on 10 trucks battled the blaze at its height. Firefighters will remain on scene until fire investigators return in the morning to continue their investigation into the cause. Two firefighters were injured during the blaze, with one suffering a laceration to his hand, while the other had an ankle sprain.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The cause of this fire is currently undetermined. Investigators will be back on scene early tomorrow morning to continue their investigation of the fire cause.
DAMAGE EXTENT: Damage to the exposure building was limited to the exterior siding, with very minor damage to the interior. The main fire building had severe fire damage to most areas of the interior and is considered a total loss.
DOLLAR LOSS: 100,000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 27
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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Sunday, July 20, 2008
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Fire Press Release
SSUING OFFICER: Craig Cornelius / Battalion Chief
DATE OF INCIDENT: 7/14/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 4003 S. Crestline
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99201
NARRATIVE: On July 14, 2008 at 1502 hours the Spokane Fire Department dispatched 4 Engines, 2 Ladders, 1 Heavy Rescue and 2 Command Officers to a reported house fire located at S. 4003 Crestline St. Callers reporting the fire to Fire Dispatch stated that the home was fully involved with fire and that the occupants had been evacuated. Engine 14 was the first apparatus to arrive. Engine 14's officer, Todd Powell reported that they had a 1 story rancher with fire showing from the front living room windows. Lt. Powell upgraded the fire and his crew advanced pre-connected hose lines into the home. Additional arriving fire fighters ventilated the home's roof to release fire that had spread into the attic. The fire was brought under control within 15 minutes, but crews worked on the scene for an additional 1 hour.
The occupants of this home were very fortunate. They were unaware that a well established fire was burning in the front part of their home. Neighbors noticed the fire, called 911 and assisted the elderly couple from the home. Fire fighters checked the couple out for injuries and found none. The couple will be assisted by the Red Cross.
There were no injuries at this fire. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The cause of this fire is still under investigation.
DAMAGE EXTENT: 25 percent of the first floor.
DOLLAR LOSS: 50000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE:
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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DATE OF INCIDENT: 7/14/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 4003 S. Crestline
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99201
NARRATIVE: On July 14, 2008 at 1502 hours the Spokane Fire Department dispatched 4 Engines, 2 Ladders, 1 Heavy Rescue and 2 Command Officers to a reported house fire located at S. 4003 Crestline St. Callers reporting the fire to Fire Dispatch stated that the home was fully involved with fire and that the occupants had been evacuated. Engine 14 was the first apparatus to arrive. Engine 14's officer, Todd Powell reported that they had a 1 story rancher with fire showing from the front living room windows. Lt. Powell upgraded the fire and his crew advanced pre-connected hose lines into the home. Additional arriving fire fighters ventilated the home's roof to release fire that had spread into the attic. The fire was brought under control within 15 minutes, but crews worked on the scene for an additional 1 hour.
The occupants of this home were very fortunate. They were unaware that a well established fire was burning in the front part of their home. Neighbors noticed the fire, called 911 and assisted the elderly couple from the home. Fire fighters checked the couple out for injuries and found none. The couple will be assisted by the Red Cross.
There were no injuries at this fire. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The cause of this fire is still under investigation.
DAMAGE EXTENT: 25 percent of the first floor.
DOLLAR LOSS: 50000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE:
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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Friday, July 11, 2008
Fire Press Release
ISSUING OFFICER: Mike Inman / Battalion Chief
DATE OF INCIDENT: 7/11/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 1727 W. Sinto
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99201
NARRATIVE: At just after 1pm on Thursday July 11, 2008 the Spokane Fire Department was dispatched on a fire in the alley behind a commercial building. Upon arrival it was found that there was and area about 200 square feet burning and extending into a commercial building with a heavy fire load of wood products. A quick attack was attempted but the fire had spread into the structure and a 2nd alarm was requested followed shortly by a 3rd alarm. All together 66 Firefighters, 11 command staff, and several support agencies responded in 31 fire vehicles. The fire is under investigation and nobody was injured. Damage to the Ugly Duck liquidators was significant but most of the business sustained little or no damage. This fire which stretched the city's resources occurred during a red flag warning for high winds and low humidity which assisted in a number of large fire events at the same time.
PROBABLE CAUSE: Under investigation
DAMAGE EXTENT: One entire building and the contents of a business
DOLLAR LOSS:
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 66
MUTUAL AID: FAFB, Fire District 9, GEG Airport FD
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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DATE OF INCIDENT: 7/11/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 1727 W. Sinto
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99201
NARRATIVE: At just after 1pm on Thursday July 11, 2008 the Spokane Fire Department was dispatched on a fire in the alley behind a commercial building. Upon arrival it was found that there was and area about 200 square feet burning and extending into a commercial building with a heavy fire load of wood products. A quick attack was attempted but the fire had spread into the structure and a 2nd alarm was requested followed shortly by a 3rd alarm. All together 66 Firefighters, 11 command staff, and several support agencies responded in 31 fire vehicles. The fire is under investigation and nobody was injured. Damage to the Ugly Duck liquidators was significant but most of the business sustained little or no damage. This fire which stretched the city's resources occurred during a red flag warning for high winds and low humidity which assisted in a number of large fire events at the same time.
PROBABLE CAUSE: Under investigation
DAMAGE EXTENT: One entire building and the contents of a business
DOLLAR LOSS:
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 66
MUTUAL AID: FAFB, Fire District 9, GEG Airport FD
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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Friday, July 04, 2008
Fire Press Release
ISSUING OFFICER: Brian Schaeffer
DATE OF INCIDENT: 7/4/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Multiple Alarms
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 9 S Pittsburg
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99201
NARRATIVE: On Wednesday, July 2 2008 at 3:35 PM, 6 Companies of Spokane Firefighters, 4 Engines, 1 Senior Ladder and 1 Heavy Rescue Company under the direction of Battalion Chief Cornelius responded to a reported structure fire at 9 South Pittsburg. Within minutes, Engine 7 reported heavy smoke fire showing from the second floor of the multiple-use building as they left the station. The building is a large two-story building with basement storage, two commercial businesses on the first floor and multiple apartments on the second floor.
As initial companies stretched pre-connected lines from Engine 7, the first ladder company fought their way to the second floor to evacuate residents and search for victims. When the first Chief arrived, he sized up the status of the fire and requested a second alarm due to the construction, potential for trapped victims and extreme heat (98 degrees ambient temperature at the time of the fire).
The second alarm brought an additional Ladder Company, Pumper-Ladder, three engines as well as the SFD's Training staff, Red Cross, SFD's CARES and additional Chief Officers. The IC also special-requested three AMR ambulances and their supervisor de to the potential for residents to require treatment from the effects of the smoke and fire.
Over the course of 40-minutes, fire attack teams extinguished the fire. Ladder companies searched the entire building removing occupants as they went. The building was ventilated and atmosphere was made tenable simultaneously. Rehydration and constant rotation of companies were necessary to prevent illness and injury of the firefighters from the extreme heat and conditions. SFD Training and EMS Staff personnel monitored firefighter's vital signs closely and aggressively re-hydrated them during the incident.
The incident was under controlled within 90 minutes and no firefighters were injured during the event. District 9 and District 8 companies were called to staff two SFD Stations during the incident.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The majority of damage was confined to the second floor apartment, unit number 6. The aggressive interior fire attack not only assisted in extinguishing the fire, it also provided Firefighters the opportunity to save the majority of the building and contents. The preliminary cause of the fire has been determined to be accidental--a young male using a flammable liquid during floor cleaning. Vapors from the flammable liquid found a pilot light which caused an explosive fire. The young male was identified by an officer from Rescue 1 and immediately treated by SFD Paramedics and transported to the hospital urgently.
DAMAGE EXTENT: The majority of damage was confined to the second floor apartment, unit number 6. The aggressive interior fire attack not only assisted in extinguishing the fire, it also provided Firefighters the opportunity to save a large portion of the building and contents.
DOLLAR LOSS: 20,000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 40
MUTUAL AID: Fire District 8, Fire District 9
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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DATE OF INCIDENT: 7/4/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Multiple Alarms
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 9 S Pittsburg
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99201
NARRATIVE: On Wednesday, July 2 2008 at 3:35 PM, 6 Companies of Spokane Firefighters, 4 Engines, 1 Senior Ladder and 1 Heavy Rescue Company under the direction of Battalion Chief Cornelius responded to a reported structure fire at 9 South Pittsburg. Within minutes, Engine 7 reported heavy smoke fire showing from the second floor of the multiple-use building as they left the station. The building is a large two-story building with basement storage, two commercial businesses on the first floor and multiple apartments on the second floor.
As initial companies stretched pre-connected lines from Engine 7, the first ladder company fought their way to the second floor to evacuate residents and search for victims. When the first Chief arrived, he sized up the status of the fire and requested a second alarm due to the construction, potential for trapped victims and extreme heat (98 degrees ambient temperature at the time of the fire).
The second alarm brought an additional Ladder Company, Pumper-Ladder, three engines as well as the SFD's Training staff, Red Cross, SFD's CARES and additional Chief Officers. The IC also special-requested three AMR ambulances and their supervisor de to the potential for residents to require treatment from the effects of the smoke and fire.
Over the course of 40-minutes, fire attack teams extinguished the fire. Ladder companies searched the entire building removing occupants as they went. The building was ventilated and atmosphere was made tenable simultaneously. Rehydration and constant rotation of companies were necessary to prevent illness and injury of the firefighters from the extreme heat and conditions. SFD Training and EMS Staff personnel monitored firefighter's vital signs closely and aggressively re-hydrated them during the incident.
The incident was under controlled within 90 minutes and no firefighters were injured during the event. District 9 and District 8 companies were called to staff two SFD Stations during the incident.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The majority of damage was confined to the second floor apartment, unit number 6. The aggressive interior fire attack not only assisted in extinguishing the fire, it also provided Firefighters the opportunity to save the majority of the building and contents. The preliminary cause of the fire has been determined to be accidental--a young male using a flammable liquid during floor cleaning. Vapors from the flammable liquid found a pilot light which caused an explosive fire. The young male was identified by an officer from Rescue 1 and immediately treated by SFD Paramedics and transported to the hospital urgently.
DAMAGE EXTENT: The majority of damage was confined to the second floor apartment, unit number 6. The aggressive interior fire attack not only assisted in extinguishing the fire, it also provided Firefighters the opportunity to save a large portion of the building and contents.
DOLLAR LOSS: 20,000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 40
MUTUAL AID: Fire District 8, Fire District 9
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Fire Press Release
SSUING OFFICER: Ken Kirsch Battalion Chief
DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/24/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 808 W Maxwell
CITY: Spokane
STATE: Wa
ZIP:
NARRATIVE: On 06/24/08 at approximately 1352 hrs units of the City of Spokane Fire Department responded to 808 W. Maxwell upon report of a structure fire. First arriving crews on the scene found a one story, wood-frame, single family residence with light smoke showing from the front of the structure. SFD members advanced a pre-connected hose-line to the fire area, which appeared to be the exterior siding near the front porch. The burning siding was extinguished and additional siding was removed to check for any fire extension to other areas of the home. Fire crews checked both the basement and the attic areas and found no fire extension. Gas powered fans were then used to clear the rest of the house of any lingering smoke.
A total of 10 apparatus with 27 firefighters responded to this incident. No injuries to either firefighters or civilians were reported. No one was home at the time of the incident. Fire crews were on scene for approximately 70 minutes.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The cause of this fire is currently undetermined and under investigation. A Fire Investigator was still on scene at the time of this news release. Additional information on this incident will be available later by contacting Lt. Jimmy Bowen at 625-7053.
DAMAGE EXTENT: The main area of fire damage was to the exterior and interior wall of the residence near the front porch. This is also the area in which siding was removed to check for any additional spread of the fire. The fire was confined to the exterior siding and a small amount of interior wall framing. Minor smoke damage was evident on the main floor and in the basement areas.
DOLLAR LOSS: 2,000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 27
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/24/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 808 W Maxwell
CITY: Spokane
STATE: Wa
ZIP:
NARRATIVE: On 06/24/08 at approximately 1352 hrs units of the City of Spokane Fire Department responded to 808 W. Maxwell upon report of a structure fire. First arriving crews on the scene found a one story, wood-frame, single family residence with light smoke showing from the front of the structure. SFD members advanced a pre-connected hose-line to the fire area, which appeared to be the exterior siding near the front porch. The burning siding was extinguished and additional siding was removed to check for any fire extension to other areas of the home. Fire crews checked both the basement and the attic areas and found no fire extension. Gas powered fans were then used to clear the rest of the house of any lingering smoke.
A total of 10 apparatus with 27 firefighters responded to this incident. No injuries to either firefighters or civilians were reported. No one was home at the time of the incident. Fire crews were on scene for approximately 70 minutes.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The cause of this fire is currently undetermined and under investigation. A Fire Investigator was still on scene at the time of this news release. Additional information on this incident will be available later by contacting Lt. Jimmy Bowen at 625-7053.
DAMAGE EXTENT: The main area of fire damage was to the exterior and interior wall of the residence near the front porch. This is also the area in which siding was removed to check for any additional spread of the fire. The fire was confined to the exterior siding and a small amount of interior wall framing. Minor smoke damage was evident on the main floor and in the basement areas.
DOLLAR LOSS: 2,000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 27
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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Fire Press Release
ISSUING OFFICER: Bruce Moline/Battalion Chief
DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/23/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 2812 W. Cleveland
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99205
NARRATIVE: On June 23rd, 2008 at 2:25 P.M. the Spokane Fire Department responded 3 engine companies, 1 pumper ladder company, 1 ladder company, 1 rescue unit and 2 battalion chiefs to a house fire located at 2812 W. Cleveland. Fire crews found a one story home with smoke coming from the attic and roof. Firefighters made quick access into the home and with the use of their thermal imaging camera, they found a fire burning above the bathroom ceiling. Because this fire was in a concealed space, fire crews had to pull the ceiling down to expose the area in order to extinguish the fire. At the same time, a ladder crew was poised on the roof ready to ventilate in coordination with the fire extinguishment effort going on below. As a result of their quick action, the fire was kept small and involved a small portion of the attic. Fire damage was confined to ceiling joists, wiring and attic insulation. A total of 20 firefighters fought this fire. The homeowner, who was at work, was notified and soon arrived. The fire was called in by an alert neighbor who noticed smoke coming from the eaves and roof. The investigation revealed that this fire had been burning for a long time undetected in the attic and was caused by an electrical malfunction in wiring connected to a bathroom fan. It was found that there were working smoke detectors inside the home in the living areas, however the fire was burning above these locations, and the smoke that was generated rose vertically and stayed within the attic space and did not activate the detectors below. There were no injuries to firefighters or civilians.
PROBABLE CAUSE: Electrical malfunction involving wiring and a bathroom fan.
DAMAGE EXTENT: Fire damage to wiring, insulation and wooden structural members.
DOLLAR LOSS: 10,000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 20
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/23/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 2812 W. Cleveland
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99205
NARRATIVE: On June 23rd, 2008 at 2:25 P.M. the Spokane Fire Department responded 3 engine companies, 1 pumper ladder company, 1 ladder company, 1 rescue unit and 2 battalion chiefs to a house fire located at 2812 W. Cleveland. Fire crews found a one story home with smoke coming from the attic and roof. Firefighters made quick access into the home and with the use of their thermal imaging camera, they found a fire burning above the bathroom ceiling. Because this fire was in a concealed space, fire crews had to pull the ceiling down to expose the area in order to extinguish the fire. At the same time, a ladder crew was poised on the roof ready to ventilate in coordination with the fire extinguishment effort going on below. As a result of their quick action, the fire was kept small and involved a small portion of the attic. Fire damage was confined to ceiling joists, wiring and attic insulation. A total of 20 firefighters fought this fire. The homeowner, who was at work, was notified and soon arrived. The fire was called in by an alert neighbor who noticed smoke coming from the eaves and roof. The investigation revealed that this fire had been burning for a long time undetected in the attic and was caused by an electrical malfunction in wiring connected to a bathroom fan. It was found that there were working smoke detectors inside the home in the living areas, however the fire was burning above these locations, and the smoke that was generated rose vertically and stayed within the attic space and did not activate the detectors below. There were no injuries to firefighters or civilians.
PROBABLE CAUSE: Electrical malfunction involving wiring and a bathroom fan.
DAMAGE EXTENT: Fire damage to wiring, insulation and wooden structural members.
DOLLAR LOSS: 10,000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 20
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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Monday, June 23, 2008
Fire Press Release
ISSUING OFFICER: Ken Kirsch Battalion Chief
DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/22/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 625 N. Monroe
CITY: Spokane
STATE: Wa
ZIP: 99201
NARRATIVE: On 06/22/08 at approximately 0626 hrs units of the City of Spokane Fire Department responded to 625 N. Monroe upon report of a structure fire. First arriving fire department crews found smoke coming from the roof and eaves of a one story, masonry block commercial structure. The occupant of the fire damaged building is Golden Rule Brakes. Fire department crews advanced pre-connected hose-lines into the interior of the structure to extinguish the advancing blaze. At the same time crews were sent to cut a hole in the roof to ventilate the heat and toxic gases that had built up inside the building from the fire. The fire was brought under control within approximately 30 minutes, with crews remaining on scene to work with the property manager and conduct overhaul operations for about another 90 minutes.
A total of 33 firefighters on 11 trucks responded to this incident. No injuries to firefighters or civilians were reported.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The cause of the fire is currently undetermined and under investigation. For more information on this incident contact The City of Spokane Fire Department Investigation Unit at 625-7052 on Monday.
DAMAGE EXTENT: The fire was confined to a room in the east portion of the building, with smoke damage evident throughout the rest of the structure. Some water damage was also evident.
DOLLAR LOSS: 20,000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 33
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/22/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 625 N. Monroe
CITY: Spokane
STATE: Wa
ZIP: 99201
NARRATIVE: On 06/22/08 at approximately 0626 hrs units of the City of Spokane Fire Department responded to 625 N. Monroe upon report of a structure fire. First arriving fire department crews found smoke coming from the roof and eaves of a one story, masonry block commercial structure. The occupant of the fire damaged building is Golden Rule Brakes. Fire department crews advanced pre-connected hose-lines into the interior of the structure to extinguish the advancing blaze. At the same time crews were sent to cut a hole in the roof to ventilate the heat and toxic gases that had built up inside the building from the fire. The fire was brought under control within approximately 30 minutes, with crews remaining on scene to work with the property manager and conduct overhaul operations for about another 90 minutes.
A total of 33 firefighters on 11 trucks responded to this incident. No injuries to firefighters or civilians were reported.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The cause of the fire is currently undetermined and under investigation. For more information on this incident contact The City of Spokane Fire Department Investigation Unit at 625-7052 on Monday.
DAMAGE EXTENT: The fire was confined to a room in the east portion of the building, with smoke damage evident throughout the rest of the structure. Some water damage was also evident.
DOLLAR LOSS: 20,000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 33
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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Friday, June 20, 2008
Fire Press Release
ISSUING OFFICER: Craig Cornelius Battalion Chief
DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/20/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 1306 S. Westcliff Place
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99201
NARRATIVE:
On June 20, 2008 at approximately 0921 hours, the Spokane Fire Department dispatched 2 Aerial Ladders, 3 Engines, 1 Heavy Rescue and 2 Command vehicles to a reported apartment fire located at 1306 S. Westcliff Place. The arriving fire crews found light smoke showing from the eaves and ridge vents of a two story apartment building. The building occupants had been alerted to the fire by means of a smoke detector and had evacuated the building. Fire crews found a smoldering fire in the attic area above a second floor bathroom. The fire was quickly extinguished by Engine 4's crew and confined to the ceiling area above the bathroom. There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters at this incident.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The cause appears to have been an overheated bathroom exhaust fan.
DAMAGE EXTENT: Confined to Bathroom
DOLLAR LOSS: 1500
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 26
MUTUAL AID: None Given
DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/20/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 1306 S. Westcliff Place
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99201
NARRATIVE:
On June 20, 2008 at approximately 0921 hours, the Spokane Fire Department dispatched 2 Aerial Ladders, 3 Engines, 1 Heavy Rescue and 2 Command vehicles to a reported apartment fire located at 1306 S. Westcliff Place. The arriving fire crews found light smoke showing from the eaves and ridge vents of a two story apartment building. The building occupants had been alerted to the fire by means of a smoke detector and had evacuated the building. Fire crews found a smoldering fire in the attic area above a second floor bathroom. The fire was quickly extinguished by Engine 4's crew and confined to the ceiling area above the bathroom. There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters at this incident.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The cause appears to have been an overheated bathroom exhaust fan.
DAMAGE EXTENT: Confined to Bathroom
DOLLAR LOSS: 1500
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 26
MUTUAL AID: None Given
Fire Press Release
ISSUING OFFICER: Mike Inman / Battalion Chief
DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/20/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 4003 E. Cleveland
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99207
NARRATIVE: June 20, 2008 the Spokane Fire responded to its second mattress fire of the night and within a mile of the first one. The second fire at 4003 E. Cleveland came in at 1:19 am and is under investigation. Two civilians sustained minor injuries, one has burns on the wrist and the second was smoke inhalation. Neither of the patients wanted to be transported and was looked at by Fire Department Paramedics on the scene. When the homeowner was asked if smoke detectors woke them up he claimed they did not have any and the smoke woke him up. This is a dangerous mindset that smoke will wake you up as it is more likely to suffocate you in your sleep. You can not beat the reliability of working smoke detectors properly placed inside your house for early warning of fire. The Fire Department responded 7 pieces of equipment with 19 Firefighters to this incident and quickly brought the fire under control with one attack line. The house was searched to make sure everyone was out and ventilation fans were set to clear the smoke out of the house.
PROBABLE CAUSE: Under investigation
DAMAGE EXTENT: Contents of 1 bedroom with smoke damage throughout the second floor of the house.
DOLLAR LOSS: 3000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 19
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/20/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 4003 E. Cleveland
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99207
NARRATIVE: June 20, 2008 the Spokane Fire responded to its second mattress fire of the night and within a mile of the first one. The second fire at 4003 E. Cleveland came in at 1:19 am and is under investigation. Two civilians sustained minor injuries, one has burns on the wrist and the second was smoke inhalation. Neither of the patients wanted to be transported and was looked at by Fire Department Paramedics on the scene. When the homeowner was asked if smoke detectors woke them up he claimed they did not have any and the smoke woke him up. This is a dangerous mindset that smoke will wake you up as it is more likely to suffocate you in your sleep. You can not beat the reliability of working smoke detectors properly placed inside your house for early warning of fire. The Fire Department responded 7 pieces of equipment with 19 Firefighters to this incident and quickly brought the fire under control with one attack line. The house was searched to make sure everyone was out and ventilation fans were set to clear the smoke out of the house.
PROBABLE CAUSE: Under investigation
DAMAGE EXTENT: Contents of 1 bedroom with smoke damage throughout the second floor of the house.
DOLLAR LOSS: 3000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 19
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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Fire Press Release
ISSUING OFFICER: Mike Inman / Battalion Chief
DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/19/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 3411 E. Jackson
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99207
NARRATIVE: Just after 10 pm on June 19, 2008 the Spokane Fire Department was dispatched on a reported house fire at 3411 E. Jackson in Spokane, WA. One Ladder Truck, one Rescue Unit, four Engines and a Battalion Chief with 19 Firefighters responded to what turned out to be a mattress fire with heat and smoke damage to the contents of one bedroom. Adults on scene indicated that one or more of the 3 children at the home were playing with matches. The children's ages were 13, 5 and 2. Information was gathered regarding the 3 children and will be turned over to a Fire Investigator and the departments Pub. Ed. Officer. Quick action by the resident with initial attack and then closing the door minimized the spread of the fire. Upon arrival Fire Crews rapidly removed the mattresses and extinguished the fire. It was noticed in the home that the smoke detector sustained significant damage due to heat and did not have a battery so was not sounding. The Spokane Fire Department would like to remind the public of the importance of keeping lighters, matches and other ignition sources out of reach of children. Also, the importance of maintaining smoke detectors in a working manner for the safety of everyone in the home cannot be over stated.
PROBABLE CAUSE: Under investigation but appears to be juveniles playing with matches.
DAMAGE EXTENT: Mattress fire with heat and smoke damage to the contents of one bedroom and minor smoke damage outside of the bedroom.
DOLLAR LOSS: 1000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 19
MUTUAL AID: None Given
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DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/19/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 3411 E. Jackson
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99207
NARRATIVE: Just after 10 pm on June 19, 2008 the Spokane Fire Department was dispatched on a reported house fire at 3411 E. Jackson in Spokane, WA. One Ladder Truck, one Rescue Unit, four Engines and a Battalion Chief with 19 Firefighters responded to what turned out to be a mattress fire with heat and smoke damage to the contents of one bedroom. Adults on scene indicated that one or more of the 3 children at the home were playing with matches. The children's ages were 13, 5 and 2. Information was gathered regarding the 3 children and will be turned over to a Fire Investigator and the departments Pub. Ed. Officer. Quick action by the resident with initial attack and then closing the door minimized the spread of the fire. Upon arrival Fire Crews rapidly removed the mattresses and extinguished the fire. It was noticed in the home that the smoke detector sustained significant damage due to heat and did not have a battery so was not sounding. The Spokane Fire Department would like to remind the public of the importance of keeping lighters, matches and other ignition sources out of reach of children. Also, the importance of maintaining smoke detectors in a working manner for the safety of everyone in the home cannot be over stated.
PROBABLE CAUSE: Under investigation but appears to be juveniles playing with matches.
DAMAGE EXTENT: Mattress fire with heat and smoke damage to the contents of one bedroom and minor smoke damage outside of the bedroom.
DOLLAR LOSS: 1000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 19
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Fire Press Release
ISSUING OFFICER: Craig Cornelius, Battalion Chief
DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/17/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 218 W. 25th
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99201
NARRATIVE: On June 17, 2008 at 0351 hours the Spokane Fire Department dispatched 6 fire apparatus and 2 command vehicles (total of 24 personnel), for a reported structure fire located at 218 W. 25th Ave. Fire Dispatch received several 911 calls from the home owners and neighbors who reported a large amount of fire in the home's garage. Engine 9 arrived within 4 minutes of being dispatched and reported that fire had fully involved the home's garage and the 2 vehicles parked inside. Engine 9 extended pre-connected hose lines to fight the fire and assigned work to the other incoming apparatus. Additional fire hose lines were deployed to protect the surrounding exposures. The fire was brought under control within 15 minutes, but several units worked at the scene for well over an hour.
There were no injuries to civilians at this fire. One firefighter reported a strained shoulder as a result of fighting the fire. The quick actions of the firefighters confined the majority of the fire damage to the garage and contents which were a total loss. The radiant heat from the fire cracked windows on the home and melted exterior yard lights.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The fire cause at this time is still under investigation. Early indicators are leading us to believe this fire was intentionally set.
DAMAGE EXTENT: Garage and Contents are a total loss.
DOLLAR LOSS: 60,000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 24
MUTUAL AID: None Given
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DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/17/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 218 W. 25th
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99201
NARRATIVE: On June 17, 2008 at 0351 hours the Spokane Fire Department dispatched 6 fire apparatus and 2 command vehicles (total of 24 personnel), for a reported structure fire located at 218 W. 25th Ave. Fire Dispatch received several 911 calls from the home owners and neighbors who reported a large amount of fire in the home's garage. Engine 9 arrived within 4 minutes of being dispatched and reported that fire had fully involved the home's garage and the 2 vehicles parked inside. Engine 9 extended pre-connected hose lines to fight the fire and assigned work to the other incoming apparatus. Additional fire hose lines were deployed to protect the surrounding exposures. The fire was brought under control within 15 minutes, but several units worked at the scene for well over an hour.
There were no injuries to civilians at this fire. One firefighter reported a strained shoulder as a result of fighting the fire. The quick actions of the firefighters confined the majority of the fire damage to the garage and contents which were a total loss. The radiant heat from the fire cracked windows on the home and melted exterior yard lights.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The fire cause at this time is still under investigation. Early indicators are leading us to believe this fire was intentionally set.
DAMAGE EXTENT: Garage and Contents are a total loss.
DOLLAR LOSS: 60,000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 24
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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Monday, June 16, 2008
Fire Press Release
SSUING OFFICER: Mike Inman / Battalion Chief DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/16/2008 INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire INCIDENT ADDRESS: 1221 1/2 S. Division CITY: Spokane STATE: WA ZIP: 99202 NARRATIVE: At 11:54 am on Monday June 16, 2008 the Spokane Fire Department responded to a reported apartment fire at 1221 ½ S. Division. The initial reports to the responding crews was that flames and smoke were seen coming from an apartment and bystanders had removed a victim which they were doing CPR on. The first advanced life support apparatus on scene with Paramedics was assigned to patient care while the other firefighting crews were taking care of the fire. A quick knockdown was attained by a rapid deployment of a 1 ¾ inch attack line. The fire was confined to the apartment of origin with minimal fire damage to the apartment. Fire damage was mostly on the carpet near the bed with smoke damage throughout the apartment. 32 Firefighters responded on numerous apparatus with Chief's staff due to the report of CPR being performed on the victim by private citizens. The patient was transported to Sacred Heart Hospital with a strong pulse but still in respiratory arrest. His condition is unknown at this time. The quick actions of the private citizens appear to have saved the residents life by getting the victim out of the apartment then intervening with CPR. The cause of the fire appears to be accidental but is under investigation by the Spokane Fire Department SIU. PROBABLE CAUSE: Under investigation DAMAGE EXTENT: Fire damage to a piece of the carpet in the vicinity of the bed and smoke damage throughout the apartment. The fire and smoke did not extend outside of the apartment of origin. DOLLAR LOSS: 1000 FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 32 MUTUAL AID: None Given For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com END OF RELEASE
Fire Press Release
ISSUING OFFICER: Battalion Chief Dan Brown
DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/16/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 1417 South Laura
CITY: Spokane Wash
STATE: Wa
ZIP: 99203
NARRATIVE: At 1:31 AM on June 16th the Spokane Fire department responded to 1417 South Laura for a reported structure fire. Engine Company 14 reported a light smoke showing. An attack lead was advanced into a bedroom and extinguished the fire. The fire was confined to a bed and bedding, night stand, and light smoke throughout... A smoke alarm awaken the mother and her young child, they got out of the house and called 911. The Spokane Fire Department would like to remind the public that unattended candles can and will start a fires. Candles should be in proper container and away any combustibles when being used.
3 Engines 1 Ladder, 1 Pumper Ladder, 1 Rescue apparatus and 2 command officers for a total of 21firefighters that responded to this call. The cause of this fire was an unattended candle.
PROBABLE CAUSE: Unattended candle
DAMAGE EXTENT: Bed, Bedding nightstand and smoke throughout.
DOLLAR LOSS: 4,000.00
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 21
MUTUAL AID: None Given
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DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/16/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 1417 South Laura
CITY: Spokane Wash
STATE: Wa
ZIP: 99203
NARRATIVE: At 1:31 AM on June 16th the Spokane Fire department responded to 1417 South Laura for a reported structure fire. Engine Company 14 reported a light smoke showing. An attack lead was advanced into a bedroom and extinguished the fire. The fire was confined to a bed and bedding, night stand, and light smoke throughout... A smoke alarm awaken the mother and her young child, they got out of the house and called 911. The Spokane Fire Department would like to remind the public that unattended candles can and will start a fires. Candles should be in proper container and away any combustibles when being used.
3 Engines 1 Ladder, 1 Pumper Ladder, 1 Rescue apparatus and 2 command officers for a total of 21firefighters that responded to this call. The cause of this fire was an unattended candle.
PROBABLE CAUSE: Unattended candle
DAMAGE EXTENT: Bed, Bedding nightstand and smoke throughout.
DOLLAR LOSS: 4,000.00
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 21
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002 and/or check out the SFD Blog at www.spokanefire.blogspot.com
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Sunday, June 15, 2008
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ISSUING OFFICER: Bruce Moline/Battalion Chief
DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/15/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 2414 W. Mallon
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99201
NARRATIVE: On 6/15/08 at 7:47 A.M. on June 15th, 2008 the Spokane Fire Department responded to a reported garage and recreational vehicle fire located at 2414 W. Mallon. The first fire crews to arrive reported a large amount of fire enveloping a recreational vehicle parked next to a wooden 3 stall garage. The fire was spreading to the garage and it was discovered that gasoline was burning near the vehicle. A decision to "upgrade" the alarm was then made to summon an additional crew to the incident. Firefighters rapidly stretched hoses to the fire and were able to contain the flames in a short amount of time. The vehicle was a total loss and a van that was parked nearby also sustained fire damage. As a result of the rapid spread rate of this fire, the wood frame garage sustained heavy fire damage as well. A total of 23 firefighters and 2 battalion chiefs responded to this call with 4 engine companies, 2 ladder companies, and 1 rescue company. Fire crews remained at the fire for 2 1/2 hours making sure that all of the "hotspots" were thoroughly extinguished. There were no injuries to firefighters or civilians. The fire cause is undetermined and under investigation at this time by the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit.
PROBABLE CAUSE: Under investigation at this time by the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit.
DAMAGE EXTENT: The R.V. was a total loss. One company van that was parked behind the R.V. sustained heavy fire damage. The 3 stall wooden garage received heavy damage. There was also some water damage to the interior of an adjacent storage building.
DOLLAR LOSS: 90,000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 23
MUTUAL AID: None Given
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DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/15/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 2414 W. Mallon
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99201
NARRATIVE: On 6/15/08 at 7:47 A.M. on June 15th, 2008 the Spokane Fire Department responded to a reported garage and recreational vehicle fire located at 2414 W. Mallon. The first fire crews to arrive reported a large amount of fire enveloping a recreational vehicle parked next to a wooden 3 stall garage. The fire was spreading to the garage and it was discovered that gasoline was burning near the vehicle. A decision to "upgrade" the alarm was then made to summon an additional crew to the incident. Firefighters rapidly stretched hoses to the fire and were able to contain the flames in a short amount of time. The vehicle was a total loss and a van that was parked nearby also sustained fire damage. As a result of the rapid spread rate of this fire, the wood frame garage sustained heavy fire damage as well. A total of 23 firefighters and 2 battalion chiefs responded to this call with 4 engine companies, 2 ladder companies, and 1 rescue company. Fire crews remained at the fire for 2 1/2 hours making sure that all of the "hotspots" were thoroughly extinguished. There were no injuries to firefighters or civilians. The fire cause is undetermined and under investigation at this time by the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit.
PROBABLE CAUSE: Under investigation at this time by the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit.
DAMAGE EXTENT: The R.V. was a total loss. One company van that was parked behind the R.V. sustained heavy fire damage. The 3 stall wooden garage received heavy damage. There was also some water damage to the interior of an adjacent storage building.
DOLLAR LOSS: 90,000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 23
MUTUAL AID: None Given
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Saturday, June 14, 2008
Fire Press Release
ISSUING OFFICER: Battalion Chief Steve Sabo
DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/14/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 1402 S. Grand Blvd.
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP:
NARRATIVE: At 0145 hrs. on June 14, 2008 the Spokane Fire Department responded 3 engines, 2 ladders, a rescue truck and a Battalion Chief to a reported office building on fire. The first engine on scene found flames and heavy smoke from the rear of a medical office building at 1402 S. Grand Blvd. Crews forced entry to the interior of the building and found that most of the fire was confined to the exterior. The fire originated in a dumpster next to the building and quickly spread to the adjoining wall and eves. The fire was knocked down just as it began spreading through the flat-roof joists to the interior. Crews were able to protect the contents, including a medical records storage room, from significant damage. Fire crews remained on scene for several hours completing extinguishment and overhaul.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The area of origin of the fire appears to be the dumpster at the rear of the building. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by Capt. Kevin Smathers of the Spokane Fire Department's Special Investigation Unit. For further information regarding this fire, Capt. Smathers can be contacted at 625-7052.
DAMAGE EXTENT: Damage from the fire is estimated to be $10,000.
DOLLAR LOSS: 10000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 24
MUTUAL AID: None Given
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DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/14/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 1402 S. Grand Blvd.
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP:
NARRATIVE: At 0145 hrs. on June 14, 2008 the Spokane Fire Department responded 3 engines, 2 ladders, a rescue truck and a Battalion Chief to a reported office building on fire. The first engine on scene found flames and heavy smoke from the rear of a medical office building at 1402 S. Grand Blvd. Crews forced entry to the interior of the building and found that most of the fire was confined to the exterior. The fire originated in a dumpster next to the building and quickly spread to the adjoining wall and eves. The fire was knocked down just as it began spreading through the flat-roof joists to the interior. Crews were able to protect the contents, including a medical records storage room, from significant damage. Fire crews remained on scene for several hours completing extinguishment and overhaul.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The area of origin of the fire appears to be the dumpster at the rear of the building. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by Capt. Kevin Smathers of the Spokane Fire Department's Special Investigation Unit. For further information regarding this fire, Capt. Smathers can be contacted at 625-7052.
DAMAGE EXTENT: Damage from the fire is estimated to be $10,000.
DOLLAR LOSS: 10000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 24
MUTUAL AID: None Given
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Thursday, June 12, 2008
Fire Press Release
SSUING OFFICER: Battalion Chief Dan Brown
DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/12/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 3728 East 3rd
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99202
NARRATIVE: At 10:03 0n June 11th the City of Spokane Fire department responded to East 3728 3rd Ave for a reported structure fire. Upon arrival Engine Company 7 reported smoke showing from a 2 story wood frame house. A search was ordered and attack leads were advanced to the 2nd floor where the fire had already made its way into the knee walls and attic the full length of the house. Crews attacked the upstairs blaze until they were ordered out by command for their protection, the entire roof and attic space was on fire. The roof was left to burn so as to open it up and release the heat, smoke and hot gases. Large leads were used to extinguish the flames. Crews then reentered the structure and extinguished the hidden fires and hot spots. This fire was brought under control in about two and one half hours. Crews will stay on scene till the morning. The structure was heavily damaged by smoke heat and water. No one was found in side during the search. No injuries to report. The fire is under investigation. Twenty two firefighters and two command officers arrived to fight this blaze.
PROBABLE CAUSE: UNder investigation
DAMAGE EXTENT: Heavy Danage to roof and 2nd floor . water heat and smoke damage throughout.
DOLLAR LOSS: 100,000.00
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 22
MUTUAL AID: None Given
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DATE OF INCIDENT: 6/12/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 3728 East 3rd
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99202
NARRATIVE: At 10:03 0n June 11th the City of Spokane Fire department responded to East 3728 3rd Ave for a reported structure fire. Upon arrival Engine Company 7 reported smoke showing from a 2 story wood frame house. A search was ordered and attack leads were advanced to the 2nd floor where the fire had already made its way into the knee walls and attic the full length of the house. Crews attacked the upstairs blaze until they were ordered out by command for their protection, the entire roof and attic space was on fire. The roof was left to burn so as to open it up and release the heat, smoke and hot gases. Large leads were used to extinguish the flames. Crews then reentered the structure and extinguished the hidden fires and hot spots. This fire was brought under control in about two and one half hours. Crews will stay on scene till the morning. The structure was heavily damaged by smoke heat and water. No one was found in side during the search. No injuries to report. The fire is under investigation. Twenty two firefighters and two command officers arrived to fight this blaze.
PROBABLE CAUSE: UNder investigation
DAMAGE EXTENT: Heavy Danage to roof and 2nd floor . water heat and smoke damage throughout.
DOLLAR LOSS: 100,000.00
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 22
MUTUAL AID: None Given
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Sunday, June 01, 2008
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Fire Press Release
ISSUING OFFICER: Bruce Moline/Battalion Chief
DATE OF INCIDENT: 5/31/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 2908 E. Hoffman
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99207
NARRATIVE: On 5/31/08 at 12:07 A.M. the Spokane Fire Department responded 3 engine companies, a pumper ladder company, 1 ladder company, 1 rescue unit and 2 battalion chiefs to a house fire located at 2908 E. Hoffman. Upon arrival, fire crews found a wood frame structure that had fire coming through a portion of the roof as well as a side window and door. Engine 15's crew, the first to arrive, immediately attacked the fire while also asking for backup and a crew to ventilate the roof. It was soon determined that both adult occupants had made their safe escape from the home. As the firefighters worked their way through the home to attack the fire, they soon found that the fire was mainly involving a portion of a laundry room, including the walls and ceiling immediately surrounding this area. The fire was also rapidly extending vertically into the attic. Through their fast and aggressive actions, the firefighters were able to knock down the fire and confine it to the back portion of the home. The majority of the home was saved, however smoke damage was extensive throughout the building. A total of 21 firefighters responded to this call and it took them 30 minutes to effectively contain the fire. Fire crews remained at this incident until 3:00 A.M. conducting final extinguishment and making sure all of the "hotspots" were completely out. This was accomplished by the use of thermal imaging cameras, shovels, chainsaws and axes. The attic insulation consisted of paper, sawdust and cellulose which kept firefighters digging for hotspots for a long time. The Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit was called in to investigate the fire cause. At this time, the incident is still under investigation. There were no injuries to firefighters or civilians. The Red Cross arrived to take care of the two displaced tenants that resided in the home. The home suffered extensive smoke damage throughout and the home also sustained fire damage to the laundry and bathroom areas as well as extensive damage to the roof. It was reported that one of the tenants had smelled smoke and woke up the other tenant. The home did not have a smoke detector. Because this fire occurred at night during sleeping hours and because the home did not have a detector installed, the residents were extremely lucky that they woke up to the smell of smoke and were able to escape. This is not usually the case. Too many fatality fires occur because of a lack of working smoke detectors. Never rely on your senses to detect a fire. Install a working smoke detector on every level of your home.
PROBABLE CAUSE: Under investigation at this time by the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit.
DAMAGE EXTENT: Extensive smoke damage throughout the home. The laundry and bathroom areas sustained fire damage as well as the attic and roof.
DOLLAR LOSS: 50,000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 21
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002
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DATE OF INCIDENT: 5/31/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 2908 E. Hoffman
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99207
NARRATIVE: On 5/31/08 at 12:07 A.M. the Spokane Fire Department responded 3 engine companies, a pumper ladder company, 1 ladder company, 1 rescue unit and 2 battalion chiefs to a house fire located at 2908 E. Hoffman. Upon arrival, fire crews found a wood frame structure that had fire coming through a portion of the roof as well as a side window and door. Engine 15's crew, the first to arrive, immediately attacked the fire while also asking for backup and a crew to ventilate the roof. It was soon determined that both adult occupants had made their safe escape from the home. As the firefighters worked their way through the home to attack the fire, they soon found that the fire was mainly involving a portion of a laundry room, including the walls and ceiling immediately surrounding this area. The fire was also rapidly extending vertically into the attic. Through their fast and aggressive actions, the firefighters were able to knock down the fire and confine it to the back portion of the home. The majority of the home was saved, however smoke damage was extensive throughout the building. A total of 21 firefighters responded to this call and it took them 30 minutes to effectively contain the fire. Fire crews remained at this incident until 3:00 A.M. conducting final extinguishment and making sure all of the "hotspots" were completely out. This was accomplished by the use of thermal imaging cameras, shovels, chainsaws and axes. The attic insulation consisted of paper, sawdust and cellulose which kept firefighters digging for hotspots for a long time. The Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit was called in to investigate the fire cause. At this time, the incident is still under investigation. There were no injuries to firefighters or civilians. The Red Cross arrived to take care of the two displaced tenants that resided in the home. The home suffered extensive smoke damage throughout and the home also sustained fire damage to the laundry and bathroom areas as well as extensive damage to the roof. It was reported that one of the tenants had smelled smoke and woke up the other tenant. The home did not have a smoke detector. Because this fire occurred at night during sleeping hours and because the home did not have a detector installed, the residents were extremely lucky that they woke up to the smell of smoke and were able to escape. This is not usually the case. Too many fatality fires occur because of a lack of working smoke detectors. Never rely on your senses to detect a fire. Install a working smoke detector on every level of your home.
PROBABLE CAUSE: Under investigation at this time by the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit.
DAMAGE EXTENT: Extensive smoke damage throughout the home. The laundry and bathroom areas sustained fire damage as well as the attic and roof.
DOLLAR LOSS: 50,000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 21
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002
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Sunday, May 25, 2008
Fire Press Release
ISSUING OFFICER: Bob Green/Battalion Chief
DATE OF INCIDENT: 5/25/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 1403 E. Hartson
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99202
NARRATIVE: The Spokane City Fire Dept. responded firefighting apparatus and crews to 1403 E. Hartson Ave. at 10:56 on Sunday morning, May 25th, for a reported apartment fire. A large column of heavy black smoke was clearly visible to the firefighters as they approached the scene. Initial reports from the first-in fire company indicated smoke and flames were showing out of a south-facing 3rd floor window of a three story wood/frame apartment building consisting of 6 apartments. Fire Dept. Radio reports to the arriving fire companies indicated that there may be children inside of the apartment that was on fire. Until confirmation could be made that there were no victims inside the apartment all firefighting endeavors were focused on making an early, aggressive attack on the fire coupled with an intensive search for any possible victims. While these tactics were being undertaken other crews ventilated the apartment in order to remove the pent-up heat and toxic poisons that were rapidly accumulating inside. The removal of the heat and the toxins make the interior of the unit more tenable for the firefighters and assists them greatly by helping them complete their assignments in a timely manner. The primary and secondary search of the unit revealed that all occupants had exited safely to the outside. A woman and her young son were the tenants in the fire unit and they were finally located in a safe area away from any danger. The tenants of the apartment that burnt lost their pet hamsters in the fire. There were no reports of injuries to any of the occupants of the apartment complex or to any firefighters at the scene. The fire was controlled in about 20 minutes however the arduous task of overhauling the fire scene would take considerably more time. Fire crews and members of the Dept.'s Special Investigation Unit remained on scene until mid-afternoon. Nine pieces of firefighting apparatus and three Command Vehicles were dispatched to the fire delivering 34 firefighters to do the difficult work that every fire requires be done. Damage to the apartment where the fire occurred was substantial; the owners of the building will have to decide what rehabilitation efforts will be made to the building. The two units below the fire apartment were damaged by smoke and water to varying degrees, the Red Cross was on scene to assist the tenants of the three damaged units with temporary lodging. At the time of this media release the cause of the fire is still being investigated.
PROBABLE CAUSE: Under Investigation
DAMAGE EXTENT: One unit was a total loss, two other units below the fire apartment received varying degrees of smoke and/or water damage.
DOLLAR LOSS: 75000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 34
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002
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DATE OF INCIDENT: 5/25/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 1403 E. Hartson
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99202
NARRATIVE: The Spokane City Fire Dept. responded firefighting apparatus and crews to 1403 E. Hartson Ave. at 10:56 on Sunday morning, May 25th, for a reported apartment fire. A large column of heavy black smoke was clearly visible to the firefighters as they approached the scene. Initial reports from the first-in fire company indicated smoke and flames were showing out of a south-facing 3rd floor window of a three story wood/frame apartment building consisting of 6 apartments. Fire Dept. Radio reports to the arriving fire companies indicated that there may be children inside of the apartment that was on fire. Until confirmation could be made that there were no victims inside the apartment all firefighting endeavors were focused on making an early, aggressive attack on the fire coupled with an intensive search for any possible victims. While these tactics were being undertaken other crews ventilated the apartment in order to remove the pent-up heat and toxic poisons that were rapidly accumulating inside. The removal of the heat and the toxins make the interior of the unit more tenable for the firefighters and assists them greatly by helping them complete their assignments in a timely manner. The primary and secondary search of the unit revealed that all occupants had exited safely to the outside. A woman and her young son were the tenants in the fire unit and they were finally located in a safe area away from any danger. The tenants of the apartment that burnt lost their pet hamsters in the fire. There were no reports of injuries to any of the occupants of the apartment complex or to any firefighters at the scene. The fire was controlled in about 20 minutes however the arduous task of overhauling the fire scene would take considerably more time. Fire crews and members of the Dept.'s Special Investigation Unit remained on scene until mid-afternoon. Nine pieces of firefighting apparatus and three Command Vehicles were dispatched to the fire delivering 34 firefighters to do the difficult work that every fire requires be done. Damage to the apartment where the fire occurred was substantial; the owners of the building will have to decide what rehabilitation efforts will be made to the building. The two units below the fire apartment were damaged by smoke and water to varying degrees, the Red Cross was on scene to assist the tenants of the three damaged units with temporary lodging. At the time of this media release the cause of the fire is still being investigated.
PROBABLE CAUSE: Under Investigation
DAMAGE EXTENT: One unit was a total loss, two other units below the fire apartment received varying degrees of smoke and/or water damage.
DOLLAR LOSS: 75000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 34
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002
END OF RELEASE
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Fire Press Release
ISSUING OFFICER: Brian Schaeffer, Assistant Chief
DATE OF INCIDENT: 5/21/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 3000 West Sunset Boulevard
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99201
NARRATIVE: On Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at 2:04 AM, 7 Companies of Spokane Firefighters, 4 Engines, 1 Heavy Rescue, 2 Senior Ladders under the direction of Battalion Chiefs Inman and Cornelius responded to a reported small motel fire "Christmas House" at 3000 West Sunset Boulevard.
On arrival, firefighters reported a fire visible next to door of unit on the street side with moderate smoke coming from inside of the unit. Fire was at the bottom of the wall extending up the structure.
It took 23 Firefighters just 30 minutes to knock down the fire and control the incident. Firefighters were able to limit the spread of fire to the room of origin. No civilians or firefighters were injured as a result of the incident.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The fire's cause has been determined to be discarded smoking materials.
DAMAGE EXTENT: One unit is untenable. The remaining occupants are able to inhabit the building. The Fire Prevention Division is also working with the owners of the property to address electrical concerns.
DOLLAR LOSS: 5,000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 23
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002
END OF RELEASE
DATE OF INCIDENT: 5/21/2008
INCIDENT TYPE: Structure Fire
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 3000 West Sunset Boulevard
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
ZIP: 99201
NARRATIVE: On Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at 2:04 AM, 7 Companies of Spokane Firefighters, 4 Engines, 1 Heavy Rescue, 2 Senior Ladders under the direction of Battalion Chiefs Inman and Cornelius responded to a reported small motel fire "Christmas House" at 3000 West Sunset Boulevard.
On arrival, firefighters reported a fire visible next to door of unit on the street side with moderate smoke coming from inside of the unit. Fire was at the bottom of the wall extending up the structure.
It took 23 Firefighters just 30 minutes to knock down the fire and control the incident. Firefighters were able to limit the spread of fire to the room of origin. No civilians or firefighters were injured as a result of the incident.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The fire's cause has been determined to be discarded smoking materials.
DAMAGE EXTENT: One unit is untenable. The remaining occupants are able to inhabit the building. The Fire Prevention Division is also working with the owners of the property to address electrical concerns.
DOLLAR LOSS: 5,000
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 23
MUTUAL AID: None Given
For more information on this release, please call (509)625-7002
END OF RELEASE
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