Structure Fire
Incident #: 2011042114
Date of Incident: 10/15/2011
Issuing Officer: Joel Fielder/ Battalion Chief
Narrative:
On October 15, 2011 the Spokane Fire Department responded at approximately 7:28 PM to 717 East Rich on a reported structure fire. The first crew on-scene reported smoke showing at the at the roof lines at the front and back of the one and a half story, wood- framed, single family residence. Fire fighters aggressively performed an interior attack on the fire while additional fire crews completed search and rescue, roof ventilation, salvage and overhaul. The fire was brought under control within 30 minutes. Seven fire companies with 22 firefighters and 2 Battalion Chiefs responded to this fire and were on scene for approximately 2.5 hours. The structure was vacant and secured at the time of the fire and there were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
Cause:
The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Spokane Fire Department's Special Investigation Unit.
Damage:
Fire damage was confined to the 1st and 2nd floor with heat and smoke damage through out the rest of the structure.
# Firefighters Responding: 24
Dollar Loss: $20000
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Come on Out and Support our LOCAL 29 Candidates!
Received two invitations for this Saturday to doorbell for the candidates we are supporting.
INVITATION ONE
ONLY 1 WEEK until ballots arrive and we need YOU!
This Saturday, October 15th, please join Joy Jones, Ben Stuckart and volunteers as we canvass northwest Spokane! The Washington Bus is coming over from Western Washington with 30 young people who are excited about working to elect progressive candidates in Spokane! Joy and Ben want to recruit 30 Spokane volunteers for the day, and we are almost there! Please join us:
Andy Billig
Mike Peterson
Mary Wissink
Tom McGarry
Joel Williamson
Liza Mattana
Alayna Becker
Paul Dillon
Jace Bylenga
Suzanne Schreiner
Jessica Anundson
Jen Hussey
Linda McHenry
Jace Bylenga
David Campbell
Taylor Malone
Aaron Kathman
Walter Kloefkorn
Amber Waldref
Katherine Johnston
Richard Rush
Jon Snyder
Michael Poulin
Ann Stuckart
Sunshine Bunch
We are meeting at 12 pm at Toad Hall, 1427 W Dean. You can sign up to join us on facebook or email campaign@joyjones.org to RSVP! We will be providing tasty sandwiches for lunch!
INVITATION TWO
Union Doorbelling Day!
October 15, 2011
Ben Stuckart, Candidate for Spokane City Council President, invites you to join in a day of solidarity doorbelling for our future
Meet at the Spokane Education Association Offices - 230 East Montgomery Ave, Spokane, WA 99207
The rally begins at 9am, followed by two hours of voter contact. Coffee-juice-donuts provided.
You will be partnered up with another volunteer and provided with all materials and resources necessary for a successful doorbelling event.
Ben Stuckart is endorsed by:
Spokane Regional Labor Council, SEIU 775 NW, Spokane Education Association, SEIU 1199,
AFSCME Local 270 , UFCW Local 1439, Spokane Firefighters Local 29, Building Trades Council,
IBEW Local 77, Amalgamated Transit Union 1015, Plasters and Cement Masons Local 72, Iron Workers Local 14
INVITATION ONE
ONLY 1 WEEK until ballots arrive and we need YOU!
This Saturday, October 15th, please join Joy Jones, Ben Stuckart and volunteers as we canvass northwest Spokane! The Washington Bus is coming over from Western Washington with 30 young people who are excited about working to elect progressive candidates in Spokane! Joy and Ben want to recruit 30 Spokane volunteers for the day, and we are almost there! Please join us:
Andy Billig
Mike Peterson
Mary Wissink
Tom McGarry
Joel Williamson
Liza Mattana
Alayna Becker
Paul Dillon
Jace Bylenga
Suzanne Schreiner
Jessica Anundson
Jen Hussey
Linda McHenry
Jace Bylenga
David Campbell
Taylor Malone
Aaron Kathman
Walter Kloefkorn
Amber Waldref
Katherine Johnston
Richard Rush
Jon Snyder
Michael Poulin
Ann Stuckart
Sunshine Bunch
We are meeting at 12 pm at Toad Hall, 1427 W Dean. You can sign up to join us on facebook or email campaign@joyjones.org to RSVP! We will be providing tasty sandwiches for lunch!
INVITATION TWO
Union Doorbelling Day!
October 15, 2011
Ben Stuckart, Candidate for Spokane City Council President, invites you to join in a day of solidarity doorbelling for our future
Meet at the Spokane Education Association Offices - 230 East Montgomery Ave, Spokane, WA 99207
The rally begins at 9am, followed by two hours of voter contact. Coffee-juice-donuts provided.
You will be partnered up with another volunteer and provided with all materials and resources necessary for a successful doorbelling event.
Ben Stuckart is endorsed by:
Spokane Regional Labor Council, SEIU 775 NW, Spokane Education Association, SEIU 1199,
AFSCME Local 270 , UFCW Local 1439, Spokane Firefighters Local 29, Building Trades Council,
IBEW Local 77, Amalgamated Transit Union 1015, Plasters and Cement Masons Local 72, Iron Workers Local 14
Sunday, October 09, 2011
Fire Press Release
Apartment fire on Spokane's lower south hill
Incident #: 20110040739
Date of Incident: 10/6/2011
Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Steve Sabo
Narrative:
At 5:18 AM, October 6, 2011, the Spokane Fire Department responded to a reported fire at 1314 W. 5th Avenue on Spokane's lower south hill. Engine and Ladder 4 arrived first on-scene from their Browne's Addition station within four minutes and reported heavy smoke and fire from the basement and first floor of a large two and one-half story wood frame apartment house. As additional fire crews and command staff arrived, they were assigned to the multitude of tasks that needed to be completed at a fire in this type of construction and occupancy. While crews were stretching hose leads to multiple floors in an attempt to cut off the fire's advance, other crews were searching the entire structure for victims. Fortunately, all occupants had safely exited the smoke-filled building. The fire, which started in the basement, travelled up through an interior wall and was burning into the first and second floors, where crews were able to extinguish the fire before it got into the attic. Fire crews will remain on-scene throughout the morning completing overhaul of the burned area and conducting an investigation into the cause of the fire. Although damage to the structure and contents was moderate in extent, the integrity of the utilities within the structure was compromised. As a result, none of the occupants will be able to inhabit their apartments until repairs and inspections can be made. The Red Cross is assisting as many as eighteen displaced occupants, including at least one family with children. In all, two ladder trucks, five engines, one heavy rescue and two battalion chiefs responded to this fire. There were no reported injuries to occupants or firefighters.
Cause:
The cause of this fire is currently under investigation by the Spokane Fire Department's Special Investigation Unit.
Damage:
Damage to the structure was confined to a basement wall and a first floor wall and floor area, with smoke damage on all but the third floor.
# Firefighters Responding: 29
Dollar Loss: $10,000
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Incident #: 20110040739
Date of Incident: 10/6/2011
Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Steve Sabo
Narrative:
At 5:18 AM, October 6, 2011, the Spokane Fire Department responded to a reported fire at 1314 W. 5th Avenue on Spokane's lower south hill. Engine and Ladder 4 arrived first on-scene from their Browne's Addition station within four minutes and reported heavy smoke and fire from the basement and first floor of a large two and one-half story wood frame apartment house. As additional fire crews and command staff arrived, they were assigned to the multitude of tasks that needed to be completed at a fire in this type of construction and occupancy. While crews were stretching hose leads to multiple floors in an attempt to cut off the fire's advance, other crews were searching the entire structure for victims. Fortunately, all occupants had safely exited the smoke-filled building. The fire, which started in the basement, travelled up through an interior wall and was burning into the first and second floors, where crews were able to extinguish the fire before it got into the attic. Fire crews will remain on-scene throughout the morning completing overhaul of the burned area and conducting an investigation into the cause of the fire. Although damage to the structure and contents was moderate in extent, the integrity of the utilities within the structure was compromised. As a result, none of the occupants will be able to inhabit their apartments until repairs and inspections can be made. The Red Cross is assisting as many as eighteen displaced occupants, including at least one family with children. In all, two ladder trucks, five engines, one heavy rescue and two battalion chiefs responded to this fire. There were no reported injuries to occupants or firefighters.
Cause:
The cause of this fire is currently under investigation by the Spokane Fire Department's Special Investigation Unit.
Damage:
Damage to the structure was confined to a basement wall and a first floor wall and floor area, with smoke damage on all but the third floor.
# Firefighters Responding: 29
Dollar Loss: $10,000
End Of Release
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Tuesday, October 04, 2011
Fire Press Release
Multi-family residence damaged by fire
Incident #: 2011040083
Date of Incident: 10/1/2011
Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Steve Sabo
Narrative:
At 10:47 PM on Saturday October 1st the Spokane Fire Department dispatched four engines, two ladder trucks, a heavy rescue truck and two Battalion Chiefs to a reported structure fire at 1203 E. Mission. Ladder 2 arrived on scene within five minutes and reported light smoke from the two-story wood framed house. As the front door was forced open, moderate smoke and heat vented as crews entered to search the structure for victims and to locate and extinguish the fire. It was determined the house was divided into separate living areas on each level including the basement, for a total of three residences. All occupants of the structure were confirmed to have either exited the structure or to not be present at the time of the fire. The fire was located and confined to a corner of the living room in the main floor residence. It was quickly knocked down, but not before the main floor unit sustained heavy smoke damage. The main floor and second floor units were rendered uninhabitable due to smoke and fire damage. Additionally, electrical service to the entire structure was disconnected due to fire damaged wiring. A total of six adults and four children were displaced from the house and are staying with friends or relatives. There were no injuries to occupants or firefighters.
Cause:
The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Special Investigation Unit of the Spokane Fire Department.
Damage:
Damage was confined to a living room wall and ceiling, with smoke damage throughout the main floor unit. The upstairs unit received minor wall and ceiling damage as crews checked for fire extension.
# Firefighters Responding: 25
Dollar Loss: $12,000
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Incident #: 2011040083
Date of Incident: 10/1/2011
Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Steve Sabo
Narrative:
At 10:47 PM on Saturday October 1st the Spokane Fire Department dispatched four engines, two ladder trucks, a heavy rescue truck and two Battalion Chiefs to a reported structure fire at 1203 E. Mission. Ladder 2 arrived on scene within five minutes and reported light smoke from the two-story wood framed house. As the front door was forced open, moderate smoke and heat vented as crews entered to search the structure for victims and to locate and extinguish the fire. It was determined the house was divided into separate living areas on each level including the basement, for a total of three residences. All occupants of the structure were confirmed to have either exited the structure or to not be present at the time of the fire. The fire was located and confined to a corner of the living room in the main floor residence. It was quickly knocked down, but not before the main floor unit sustained heavy smoke damage. The main floor and second floor units were rendered uninhabitable due to smoke and fire damage. Additionally, electrical service to the entire structure was disconnected due to fire damaged wiring. A total of six adults and four children were displaced from the house and are staying with friends or relatives. There were no injuries to occupants or firefighters.
Cause:
The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Special Investigation Unit of the Spokane Fire Department.
Damage:
Damage was confined to a living room wall and ceiling, with smoke damage throughout the main floor unit. The upstairs unit received minor wall and ceiling damage as crews checked for fire extension.
# Firefighters Responding: 25
Dollar Loss: $12,000
End Of Release
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Monday, September 26, 2011
Fire Press Release Two Fer.
West Central Fire Burns Garage
Incident #: 2011039010
Date of Incident: 9/25/2011
Issuing Officer: Bruce Moline/Battalion Chief
Narrative:
The Spokane Fire Department responded fire companies to a garage fire early this morning in the West Central neighborhood. Engine and Ladder 4 from their Browne's Addition station location of Riverside and Maple were the first units to arrive. They found a garage that was well involved in flames behind a residence. A quick knockdown of the fire was achieved after 10 minutes and nearby dwellings were protected from the advancing fire. The fire appears to have started near a dumpster located next to the garage. No injuries were reported. An investigator from the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit responded to the scene and fire crews will remain with him on the scene throughout the early morning hours assisting with overhaul, final extinguishment and finding a cause. The time of the alarm was 3:52 A.M. and the address was 1316 W. Mallon. Other fire crews involved in the successful extinguishment of this fire were from station 1 at Riverside and Browne, station 3 at Indiana and Ash, and station 2 at North Foothills and Nevada.
Cause:
Under investigation by the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit.
Damage:
The detached wood frame garage was heavily damaged by fire. Contents found inside also received heavy fire and smoke damage.
# Firefighters Responding: 26
Dollar Loss: $10,000
North Battalion Multiple Alarm Fire
Incident #: 2011039120
Date of Incident: 9/25/2011
Issuing Officer: Dave Haworth/Battalion Chief
Narrative:
On Sunday, Sept 25, at 8:42 PM, the Spokane Fire Department responded 4 Engines, 1 Ladder, 1 Heavy Rescue, and 2 Battalion Chiefs to a reported structure fire at the intersection of Garland and Post in the Garland District. The calling party had reported that the Milk Bottle restaurant was on fire and that it was spreading to other structures. The first companies arrived quickly and confirmed that there was a fire in the attic of the Milk Bottle and it was rapidly spreading to the business next door to the west. A second alarm was called at 8:56 and a third alarm was called at 9:18 bringing 7 additional companies and command staff to the scene. The fire was declared under control at 10:41. There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
Cause:
The cause is under investigation by the Dept's SIU
Damage:
Both buildings were heavily damaged
# Firefighters Responding: 50
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Incident #: 2011039010
Date of Incident: 9/25/2011
Issuing Officer: Bruce Moline/Battalion Chief
Narrative:
The Spokane Fire Department responded fire companies to a garage fire early this morning in the West Central neighborhood. Engine and Ladder 4 from their Browne's Addition station location of Riverside and Maple were the first units to arrive. They found a garage that was well involved in flames behind a residence. A quick knockdown of the fire was achieved after 10 minutes and nearby dwellings were protected from the advancing fire. The fire appears to have started near a dumpster located next to the garage. No injuries were reported. An investigator from the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit responded to the scene and fire crews will remain with him on the scene throughout the early morning hours assisting with overhaul, final extinguishment and finding a cause. The time of the alarm was 3:52 A.M. and the address was 1316 W. Mallon. Other fire crews involved in the successful extinguishment of this fire were from station 1 at Riverside and Browne, station 3 at Indiana and Ash, and station 2 at North Foothills and Nevada.
Cause:
Under investigation by the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit.
Damage:
The detached wood frame garage was heavily damaged by fire. Contents found inside also received heavy fire and smoke damage.
# Firefighters Responding: 26
Dollar Loss: $10,000
North Battalion Multiple Alarm Fire
Incident #: 2011039120
Date of Incident: 9/25/2011
Issuing Officer: Dave Haworth/Battalion Chief
Narrative:
On Sunday, Sept 25, at 8:42 PM, the Spokane Fire Department responded 4 Engines, 1 Ladder, 1 Heavy Rescue, and 2 Battalion Chiefs to a reported structure fire at the intersection of Garland and Post in the Garland District. The calling party had reported that the Milk Bottle restaurant was on fire and that it was spreading to other structures. The first companies arrived quickly and confirmed that there was a fire in the attic of the Milk Bottle and it was rapidly spreading to the business next door to the west. A second alarm was called at 8:56 and a third alarm was called at 9:18 bringing 7 additional companies and command staff to the scene. The fire was declared under control at 10:41. There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
Cause:
The cause is under investigation by the Dept's SIU
Damage:
Both buildings were heavily damaged
# Firefighters Responding: 50
End Of Release
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Thursday, September 15, 2011
Fire Press Release Two Fer.
Home Fire on E. Glass
Incident #: 2011037261 Date of Incident: 9/14/2011 Issuing Officer: C Cornelius / Batt Chief
Narrative:
On Wednesday September 14, at 09:46 AM, the Spokane Fire Department dispatched 4 Engines, 1 Dedicated Ladder, 1 Heavy Rescue and 2 Chief Officers to a reported house fire at 1009 E. Glass. (A neighbor had called 911 to report smoke coming from the home across the street.) L2 under the direction of Captain Ken Miller was the first apparatus on scene, arriving within 3 minutes of being dispatched. Captain Miller reported that he had smoke showing from the rear of the home and around the home's foundation. Neighbors informed him that two people in their seventies lived in the home and were unaccounted for. Captain Miller's priorities were to search the home for the occupants and locate the seat of the fire. When L2's crew made entry into the rear of the home they reported heavy smoke from ceiling to the floor, and stated that the fire appeared to be in the basement. As additional fire crews arrived they extended back up hose lines to protect searching crews while an attack was made on the fire in the basement. Medics and an Ambulance were placed on "stand by". Firefighters knocked the fire down within 10 minutes of arrival. The owner of the home arrived after the Fire Department and informed Fire Command that he was unsure where his wife was. Search crews found a family dog that had succumbed to smoke inhalation, but had not been able to locate the missing wife during their initial "primary search". Structural ventilation was performed, and a "secondary search" was completed on both floors. Search crews located another family pet, this time a cat. Family members informed Fire Command that they had located the missing wife, who had been out running errands and not home during the fire. The couple both in their 70s, were found safe and unhurt. Both however, are shaken do to the loss of their pets and damage to the home. The home's basement sustained the majority of the fire damage. However, the entire home was impacted by the heavy smoke. The cause of this fire is still under investigation. No fire injuries were reported.
Cause:
Under Investigation
Damage:
Basement: Fire and Smoke 1st floor: Smoke
# Firefighters Responding: 22
Dollar Loss: $30
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Tuesday, September 13, 2011
SFD Media Release - For more information on this release please call (509)625-7002
Media Release
House Fire In East Central Neighborhood
Incident #: 2011037053 Date of Incident: 9/12/2011 Issuing Officer: Bruce Moline/Battalion Chief
Narrative:
On Monday September 12th, 2011 at 8:46 P.M. the Spokane Fire Department responded to a house fire located at 3617 E. 1st. Fire crews found a well involved single family dwelling with fire showing from the north end of the home and rapidly extending vertically through the roof. A home immediately to the west was also under threat from the fire. Engine 14 from their neighborhood station located at 18th and Ray was first to arrive and made the quick decision to protect the home exposed on the west side of the fire, and at the same time, attacked the fire directly through a doorway preventing any further extension towards the interior of the home. Ladders 1 and 2 also made entry into the home through a locked door and rapidly searched the interior for anyone still inside. At this same time, the ladder crews were on the roof opening up to ventilate out the buildup of heat inside. There were no occupants found inside the dwelling and the exposure home on the west side was spared. A knockdown of the fire was achieved after 18 minutes. Fire crews remained on the scene throughout the night completing final extinguishment and monitoring the condition of the building for flare-ups. The fire cause is unknown at this time but is under investigation by the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit and is expected to continue today. A total of 5 engine companies, 2 ladder companies, a rescue company and 2 battalion chiefs responded on this alarm. There were no injuries to firefighters or civilians.
Cause:
Under Investigation by the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit.
Damage:
Heavy fire damage to north half of the structure including the roof. Heavy smoke damage to main and second floors.
# Firefighters Responding: 25
Dollar Loss: $90,000
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Incident #: 2011037261 Date of Incident: 9/14/2011 Issuing Officer: C Cornelius / Batt Chief
Narrative:
On Wednesday September 14, at 09:46 AM, the Spokane Fire Department dispatched 4 Engines, 1 Dedicated Ladder, 1 Heavy Rescue and 2 Chief Officers to a reported house fire at 1009 E. Glass. (A neighbor had called 911 to report smoke coming from the home across the street.) L2 under the direction of Captain Ken Miller was the first apparatus on scene, arriving within 3 minutes of being dispatched. Captain Miller reported that he had smoke showing from the rear of the home and around the home's foundation. Neighbors informed him that two people in their seventies lived in the home and were unaccounted for. Captain Miller's priorities were to search the home for the occupants and locate the seat of the fire. When L2's crew made entry into the rear of the home they reported heavy smoke from ceiling to the floor, and stated that the fire appeared to be in the basement. As additional fire crews arrived they extended back up hose lines to protect searching crews while an attack was made on the fire in the basement. Medics and an Ambulance were placed on "stand by". Firefighters knocked the fire down within 10 minutes of arrival. The owner of the home arrived after the Fire Department and informed Fire Command that he was unsure where his wife was. Search crews found a family dog that had succumbed to smoke inhalation, but had not been able to locate the missing wife during their initial "primary search". Structural ventilation was performed, and a "secondary search" was completed on both floors. Search crews located another family pet, this time a cat. Family members informed Fire Command that they had located the missing wife, who had been out running errands and not home during the fire. The couple both in their 70s, were found safe and unhurt. Both however, are shaken do to the loss of their pets and damage to the home. The home's basement sustained the majority of the fire damage. However, the entire home was impacted by the heavy smoke. The cause of this fire is still under investigation. No fire injuries were reported.
Cause:
Under Investigation
Damage:
Basement: Fire and Smoke 1st floor: Smoke
# Firefighters Responding: 22
Dollar Loss: $30
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Tuesday, September 13, 2011
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Media Release
House Fire In East Central Neighborhood
Incident #: 2011037053 Date of Incident: 9/12/2011 Issuing Officer: Bruce Moline/Battalion Chief
Narrative:
On Monday September 12th, 2011 at 8:46 P.M. the Spokane Fire Department responded to a house fire located at 3617 E. 1st. Fire crews found a well involved single family dwelling with fire showing from the north end of the home and rapidly extending vertically through the roof. A home immediately to the west was also under threat from the fire. Engine 14 from their neighborhood station located at 18th and Ray was first to arrive and made the quick decision to protect the home exposed on the west side of the fire, and at the same time, attacked the fire directly through a doorway preventing any further extension towards the interior of the home. Ladders 1 and 2 also made entry into the home through a locked door and rapidly searched the interior for anyone still inside. At this same time, the ladder crews were on the roof opening up to ventilate out the buildup of heat inside. There were no occupants found inside the dwelling and the exposure home on the west side was spared. A knockdown of the fire was achieved after 18 minutes. Fire crews remained on the scene throughout the night completing final extinguishment and monitoring the condition of the building for flare-ups. The fire cause is unknown at this time but is under investigation by the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit and is expected to continue today. A total of 5 engine companies, 2 ladder companies, a rescue company and 2 battalion chiefs responded on this alarm. There were no injuries to firefighters or civilians.
Cause:
Under Investigation by the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit.
Damage:
Heavy fire damage to north half of the structure including the roof. Heavy smoke damage to main and second floors.
# Firefighters Responding: 25
Dollar Loss: $90,000
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Monday, September 12, 2011
Fire Press Release
Family of three escapes house fire
Incident #: 2011036899
Date of Incident: 9/12/2011
Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Steve Sabo
Narrative:
At 12:39 AM, Monday, September 12th, the Spokane Fire Department responded to a reported attached garage fire at 8117 N. Meghan Street, in the Five Mile neighborhood. Battalion Chief Bill Donahoe arrived first on scene and upgraded the incident to a working fire, reporting heavy smoke and fire involving three cars in the driveway and heavy fire in the garage, with fire extending into the two-story wood framed house. The three occupants who were asleep in the house at the time of the fire escaped uninjured prior to the fire department's arrival. As fire crews arrived, Chief Donahoe assigned them to the multitude of tasks needed to bring the fire under control, including: roof ventilation, multiple fire attack lines, and extensive overhaul. Fire had extended from the garage and up interior walls to the second floor bedrooms and the attic, creating a difficult and labor-intensive operation for the fire crews. As a result of the extraordinary efforts of the fire crews the house was saved, but there was still extensive damage to the structure and its contents. Most of the roof was lost and the entire house and contents suffered extensive smoke and water damage. In addition, a total of five vehicles were destroyed. The family of four is being assisted by the Red Cross. In all, two ladder trucks, five engines, a heavy rescue and two Battalion Chiefs, for a total of 29 firefighters, worked at this fire. Crews will remain on scene throughout the night and into the morning, working on stubborn hot spots and assuring complete extinguishment. There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
Cause:
This incident is currently under investigation by members of the Spokane Fire Department's Special Investigation Unit, who will comb through the debris and conduct interviews to determine the cause.
Damage:
Damage to the structure and contents, including the five vehicles, is estimated at $300,000.
# Firefighters Responding: 29
Dollar Loss: $300,000
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Incident #: 2011036899
Date of Incident: 9/12/2011
Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Steve Sabo
Narrative:
At 12:39 AM, Monday, September 12th, the Spokane Fire Department responded to a reported attached garage fire at 8117 N. Meghan Street, in the Five Mile neighborhood. Battalion Chief Bill Donahoe arrived first on scene and upgraded the incident to a working fire, reporting heavy smoke and fire involving three cars in the driveway and heavy fire in the garage, with fire extending into the two-story wood framed house. The three occupants who were asleep in the house at the time of the fire escaped uninjured prior to the fire department's arrival. As fire crews arrived, Chief Donahoe assigned them to the multitude of tasks needed to bring the fire under control, including: roof ventilation, multiple fire attack lines, and extensive overhaul. Fire had extended from the garage and up interior walls to the second floor bedrooms and the attic, creating a difficult and labor-intensive operation for the fire crews. As a result of the extraordinary efforts of the fire crews the house was saved, but there was still extensive damage to the structure and its contents. Most of the roof was lost and the entire house and contents suffered extensive smoke and water damage. In addition, a total of five vehicles were destroyed. The family of four is being assisted by the Red Cross. In all, two ladder trucks, five engines, a heavy rescue and two Battalion Chiefs, for a total of 29 firefighters, worked at this fire. Crews will remain on scene throughout the night and into the morning, working on stubborn hot spots and assuring complete extinguishment. There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
Cause:
This incident is currently under investigation by members of the Spokane Fire Department's Special Investigation Unit, who will comb through the debris and conduct interviews to determine the cause.
Damage:
Damage to the structure and contents, including the five vehicles, is estimated at $300,000.
# Firefighters Responding: 29
Dollar Loss: $300,000
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Sunday, September 11, 2011
Fire Press Release
North Battalion Structure Fire
Incident #: 2011036717
Date of Incident: 9/11/2011
Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Bill Donahoe
Narrative:
On Saturday Sept 10th 2011 at 21:12, seven Companies of Spokane Firefighters, five engines, one senior ladder, one heavy rescue under the direction of Battalion Chiefs Donahoe and Sabo responded to a Structure Fire at 1816 E. Empire. Firefighters arrived to find heavy fire showing on the back side of a one story single family dwelling. Occupants in the front yard confirmed that everyone was accounted for and outside of the home. Trees and a home were identified as exposures due to the close proximity to the quick moving fire and were protected. Additionally, engine companies made an aggressive attack on the fire inside the structure which included the basement, the first floor and the attic. The Ladder Company provided ventilation of the roof and searched for extension of the fire. Companies remained on scene for several hours overhauling the fire. No injuries to civilians or firefighters were reported.
Cause:
The cause of this fire remains under investigation by the Spokane Fire Department's Special Investigation Unit.
Damage:
There was extensive fire damage to the back half of the home on the first floor and roof. There was moderate fire damage to the basement and smoke damage throughout the home.
# Firefighters Responding: 23
Dollar Loss: $100,000.00
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Incident #: 2011036717
Date of Incident: 9/11/2011
Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Bill Donahoe
Narrative:
On Saturday Sept 10th 2011 at 21:12, seven Companies of Spokane Firefighters, five engines, one senior ladder, one heavy rescue under the direction of Battalion Chiefs Donahoe and Sabo responded to a Structure Fire at 1816 E. Empire. Firefighters arrived to find heavy fire showing on the back side of a one story single family dwelling. Occupants in the front yard confirmed that everyone was accounted for and outside of the home. Trees and a home were identified as exposures due to the close proximity to the quick moving fire and were protected. Additionally, engine companies made an aggressive attack on the fire inside the structure which included the basement, the first floor and the attic. The Ladder Company provided ventilation of the roof and searched for extension of the fire. Companies remained on scene for several hours overhauling the fire. No injuries to civilians or firefighters were reported.
Cause:
The cause of this fire remains under investigation by the Spokane Fire Department's Special Investigation Unit.
Damage:
There was extensive fire damage to the back half of the home on the first floor and roof. There was moderate fire damage to the basement and smoke damage throughout the home.
# Firefighters Responding: 23
Dollar Loss: $100,000.00
End Of Release
Wednesday, September 07, 2011
Yoga it up for the kids!
Fire Press Release
South Battalion Structure Fire
Incident #: 2011035451 Date of Incident: 9/2/2011 Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Dan Brown
Narrative:
On September 2nd at 16:14 hrs the City of Spokane Fire Department responded to 4008 South Lee on a report of smoke coming from the structure, E11 arrived on scene in 3 minutes from station 11 on South Perry, and reported smoke showing from the front of the home. E11 established command and assigned the next arriving company to lay a water supply. E11 advanced an attack lead to the front door and made entry the fire was just inside the door and was quickly extinguished. In coming crews were assigned to search the home and provide ventilation to remove the smoke. The fire did not extend beyond a large fish tank and the support base holding the tank. The fish tank did brake due to heat. The fire did cause extensive smoke damage throughout the home and some water damage from the broken tank. There were no injuries and the cause of the fire is under investigation. Eighteen firefighters responded on 6 fire apparatus along with 2 command officers.
Cause:
Under investigation
Damage:
Smoke throughout home. Water damage from broken water tank
# Firefighters Responding: 18
Dollar Loss: $10,000.00
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Thursday, September 01, 2011
Fire Press Release Two Fer.
Shadle Park Area House Fire Destroys A Bedroom
Incident #: 2011035109 Date of Incident: 8/31/2011 Issuing Officer: Bruce Moline/Battalion Chief
Narrative:
On Wednesday, August 31st, 2011 at 12:26 P.M. the Spokane Fire Department responded fire crews to a reported house fire at 4504 N. Ash. Engine 13, from their neighborhood station at Wellesley and Jefferson was the first truck to arrive and found a well involved dwelling with smoke throughout the structure. An aggressive "offensive" attack was used along with vertical ventilation on the roof. Crews assigned to the interior also conducted very rapid primary and secondary searches to make sure no one was left inside. It was quickly confirmed that all made it outside the house safely. A knockdown of the fire was achieved after 10 minutes from the arrival of the first truck. The Red Cross was called to provide support for a family of 3. The fire completely destroyed one of the bedrooms and significant heat and smoke damage was present throughout the rest of the main floor. At this time the cause of the fire is under investigation by the SFD S.I.U.
Cause:
Under investigation by the SFD Special Investigation Unit.
Damage:
One bedroom destroyed by the fire. Heavy smoke and heat damage throughout main floor. Damage to roof.
# Firefighters Responding: 25
Dollar Loss: $30,000
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Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Incident #: 2011034892 Date of Incident: 8/30/2011 Issuing Officer: C Cornelius / Batt. Chief
Narrative:
On Monday, August 29 at 09:10 PM, the Spokane Fire Department dispatched 4 Engines, 2 Ladders, 1 Heavy Rescue and 2 Battalion Chiefs to a reported structure fire at 1210 E. 15th. Engine 14 under the direction of Lt. Stockdill arrived within 5 minutes of being dispatched. He reported a two car garage with heavy fire showing from the front of the structure. There was one vehicle inside the garage. 14's crew advanced a pre-connected hose line off their apparatus and attacked the fire. Additional lines were deployed by other crews to protect the adjacent home and extinguish the fire. The fire was knocked down within 5 minutes. Fire crews were on the scene for a couple of hours making sure the fire was out. There were no injuries at this fire. The garage and vehicle sustained heavy damage from the fire. The fire cause is still under investigation at this time, but early indicators are moving the investigation towards a cause that is probably electrical in nature.
Cause:
Still under investigation
Damage:
Garage and vehicle.
# Firefighters Responding: 24
Dollar Loss: $45,000
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Sunday, August 28, 2011
Fire Press Release
North Battalion Arson Fire
Incident #: 2011034614
Date of Incident: 8/28/2011
Issuing Officer: Dave Haworth/Battalion Chief
Narrative:
On Sunday, August 28, at 03:49 AM, the Spokane Fire Department responded 4 Engines, 1 Ladder, 1 Heavy Rescue, and 2 Battalion Chiefs to a reported garage fire at 2928 E Diamond . SE15, which is located in the Hillyard Neighborhood, arrived within 4 minutes and reported a double car garage which was fully involved with fire. SE15 advanced a preconnected hose line off their apparatus and attacked the fire, which was threatening a nearby garage. As additional companies arrived they advanced two additional hose lines to assist with fire attack and structure protection and connected a water supply hose to a nearby hydrant. The quick attack diminished the fire immediately and it took crews another 2 hours to ensure the fire was completely extinguished. A passerby was treated on-scene by fire department medics for smoke inhalation and was transported to the hospital.
Cause:
The Spokane Fire Department SIU has determined this was fire was deliberately set and is continuing to investigate.
Damage:
The involved double car garage is a total loss with exterior heat damage to a nearby garage.
# Firefighters Responding: 20
Dollar Loss: $15000
Incident #: 2011034614
Date of Incident: 8/28/2011
Issuing Officer: Dave Haworth/Battalion Chief
Narrative:
On Sunday, August 28, at 03:49 AM, the Spokane Fire Department responded 4 Engines, 1 Ladder, 1 Heavy Rescue, and 2 Battalion Chiefs to a reported garage fire at 2928 E Diamond . SE15, which is located in the Hillyard Neighborhood, arrived within 4 minutes and reported a double car garage which was fully involved with fire. SE15 advanced a preconnected hose line off their apparatus and attacked the fire, which was threatening a nearby garage. As additional companies arrived they advanced two additional hose lines to assist with fire attack and structure protection and connected a water supply hose to a nearby hydrant. The quick attack diminished the fire immediately and it took crews another 2 hours to ensure the fire was completely extinguished. A passerby was treated on-scene by fire department medics for smoke inhalation and was transported to the hospital.
Cause:
The Spokane Fire Department SIU has determined this was fire was deliberately set and is continuing to investigate.
Damage:
The involved double car garage is a total loss with exterior heat damage to a nearby garage.
# Firefighters Responding: 20
Dollar Loss: $15000
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Fire Press Release
North Battalion Garage Fire
Incident #: 2011034437
Date of Incident: 8/27/2011
Issuing Officer: Dave Haworth/Battalion Chief
Narrative:
On Saturday, August 27, at 12:44 AM, the Spokane Fire Department responded 4 Engines, 1 Ladder, 1 Heavy Rescue, and 2 Battalion Chiefs to a reported garage fire at 5612 N Madison. SE13, which is located in the North Hill Neighborhood, arrived within 4 minutes and reported a single car garage which was fully involved with fire. SE13 advanced a preconnected hose line off their apparatus and attacked the fire, which was threatening 2 nearby structures. As additional companies arrived on-scene they advanced a second hose to assist with fire attack and structure protection and connected a water supply hose to a nearby hydrant. The quick attack diminished the fire immediately and it took crews another 2 hours to ensure the fire was completely extinguished. One occupant of this address was evaluated for smoke inhalation but was not transported. There were no other injuries to civilians or firefighters.
Cause:
The cause is under investigation by the Spokane Fire Department SIU.
Damage:
The garage is a total loss and there is heat damage to the vinyl siding on the rear of the house located at 5612 N Madison.
# Firefighters Responding: 20
Dollar Loss: $20000
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Incident #: 2011034437
Date of Incident: 8/27/2011
Issuing Officer: Dave Haworth/Battalion Chief
Narrative:
On Saturday, August 27, at 12:44 AM, the Spokane Fire Department responded 4 Engines, 1 Ladder, 1 Heavy Rescue, and 2 Battalion Chiefs to a reported garage fire at 5612 N Madison. SE13, which is located in the North Hill Neighborhood, arrived within 4 minutes and reported a single car garage which was fully involved with fire. SE13 advanced a preconnected hose line off their apparatus and attacked the fire, which was threatening 2 nearby structures. As additional companies arrived on-scene they advanced a second hose to assist with fire attack and structure protection and connected a water supply hose to a nearby hydrant. The quick attack diminished the fire immediately and it took crews another 2 hours to ensure the fire was completely extinguished. One occupant of this address was evaluated for smoke inhalation but was not transported. There were no other injuries to civilians or firefighters.
Cause:
The cause is under investigation by the Spokane Fire Department SIU.
Damage:
The garage is a total loss and there is heat damage to the vinyl siding on the rear of the house located at 5612 N Madison.
# Firefighters Responding: 20
Dollar Loss: $20000
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Thursday, August 25, 2011
Fire Press Release Two Fer.
South Battalion Detached Garage Fire
Incident #: 2011034118
Date of Incident: 8/25/2011
Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Bill Donahoe
Narrative:
On Thursday August 25th, 2011, at 03:20 AM, 4 engine companies, 1 dedicated ladder and 1 heavy rescue under the direction of Battalion Chief's Donahoe and Brown responded to a reported Garage Fire at 807 E. 39th. The first arriving engine company reported a fully involved detached garage with fire impinging on a fence, a nearby vehicle and a power pole with power lines on the ground. Crews quickly knocked down the fire and protected exposures. Avista was called to the scene to disconnect the downed power lines. Crews remained on scene for over 2 hours overhauling the garage which was a complete loss. There were no injuries to Civilians or Fire Fighters.
Cause:
The cause of the fire is being investigated by the S.F.D. Special Investigation unit.
Damage:
The Detached Garage and its contents are a complete loss. There is also fire exposure damage to a fence, a vehicle and a power pole.
# Firefighters Responding: 20
Dollar Loss: $40,000
North Battalion Residence Fire
Incident #: 2011034015
Date of Incident: 8/24/2011
Issuing Officer: AC Schaeffer
Narrative:
On Wednesday August 24, 2011 2:35PM, 6 Companies of Spokane Firefighters, 1 Senior Ladder, 4 Engines and 1 Heavy Rescue under the direction of Battalion Chiefs Donahoe and Fielder, responded to a residence fire at 1229 West Dalke. A Battalion Chief returning from the previous incident arrived quickly to find smoke showing from the rear and eves of the single-story, single family residence. Finding a working fire in the rear of the house, companies made entry through the front and protected the home from receiving additional smoke and heat damage by pushing the fire out the back. Companies were able to extinguish the fire quickly and successfully limited property loss primarily to the rear of the home. There were no injuries reported from either residents or firefighters.
Cause:
The cause is under investigation by the SIU.
Damage:
Damage is primarily limited to the rear of the home and fairly extensive. The two occupants are being assisted by family members.
# Firefighters Responding: 19
Dollar Loss: $15000
Incident #: 2011034118
Date of Incident: 8/25/2011
Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Bill Donahoe
Narrative:
On Thursday August 25th, 2011, at 03:20 AM, 4 engine companies, 1 dedicated ladder and 1 heavy rescue under the direction of Battalion Chief's Donahoe and Brown responded to a reported Garage Fire at 807 E. 39th. The first arriving engine company reported a fully involved detached garage with fire impinging on a fence, a nearby vehicle and a power pole with power lines on the ground. Crews quickly knocked down the fire and protected exposures. Avista was called to the scene to disconnect the downed power lines. Crews remained on scene for over 2 hours overhauling the garage which was a complete loss. There were no injuries to Civilians or Fire Fighters.
Cause:
The cause of the fire is being investigated by the S.F.D. Special Investigation unit.
Damage:
The Detached Garage and its contents are a complete loss. There is also fire exposure damage to a fence, a vehicle and a power pole.
# Firefighters Responding: 20
Dollar Loss: $40,000
North Battalion Residence Fire
Incident #: 2011034015
Date of Incident: 8/24/2011
Issuing Officer: AC Schaeffer
Narrative:
On Wednesday August 24, 2011 2:35PM, 6 Companies of Spokane Firefighters, 1 Senior Ladder, 4 Engines and 1 Heavy Rescue under the direction of Battalion Chiefs Donahoe and Fielder, responded to a residence fire at 1229 West Dalke. A Battalion Chief returning from the previous incident arrived quickly to find smoke showing from the rear and eves of the single-story, single family residence. Finding a working fire in the rear of the house, companies made entry through the front and protected the home from receiving additional smoke and heat damage by pushing the fire out the back. Companies were able to extinguish the fire quickly and successfully limited property loss primarily to the rear of the home. There were no injuries reported from either residents or firefighters.
Cause:
The cause is under investigation by the SIU.
Damage:
Damage is primarily limited to the rear of the home and fairly extensive. The two occupants are being assisted by family members.
# Firefighters Responding: 19
Dollar Loss: $15000
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Fire Press Release Three Fer.
North Battalion Apartment Fire
Incident #: 2011034008
Date of Incident: 8/24/2011
Issuing Officer: AC Schaeffer
Narrative:
On Wednesday August 24, 2011 12:07PM, 7 Companies of Spokane Firefighters, 1 Senior Ladder, 5 Engines and 1 Heavy Rescue under the direction of Battalion Chiefs Brown and Fielder, responded to an Apartment Fire at 2807 East Boone Avenue. Spokane Firefighters arrived quickly to find smoke showing from a third floor unit of a three-story apartment building. The building contained 15 apartment units total, of which 13 were occupied. The first arriving Chief requested an upgrade to a working fire which added another senior Ladder, additional engine and staff from the Training Division. Later, an additional AMR ambulance and command staff were added to the incident to assist with planning and the on-site rehab of firefighters due to the extreme heat. Finding fire in one inhabited unit and the attic space, firefighters commenced swift salvage operations to protect personal property within the structure and made judicious use of firefighting hose streams. Both Senior Ladders immediately laddered the roof and ventilated above the apartment involved in fire. The well coordinated effort of firefighters confined flames to the building's common attic, extinguishing the blaze in just 2 hours. There were no injuries reported from either residents or firefighters.
Cause:
The loss from the fire was limited to a total of two apartment units. American Red Cross is assisting the residents with interim placement assistance.
Damage:
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
# Firefighters Responding: 34
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Family of 6 barely makes their way out of house fire
Incident #: 2011033945
Date of Incident: 8/24/2011
Issuing Officer: Bruce Moline/Battalion Chief
Narrative:
On Wednesday August 24th, 2011 at 1:29 A.M. the Spokane Fire Department sent 4 engine companies, a ladder company, a rescue unit and 2 battalion chiefs to a report of a house on fire at 2430 E. Marshall. Engine 7 from their neighborhood station at 1st and Magnolia and Engine 8 from their neighborhood station at Mission and Rebecca arrived together on scene and found a single family dwelling that was filling with smoke rapidly towards the back of the house. They were quickly joined by Ladder 2, Engine 2, Engine 15 and Rescue 1 and discovered a fast spreading kitchen fire that had consumed most of the kitchen and was traveling towards the sleeping areas of the house. The 6 occupants safely made their exit from the home. All occupants had been sleeping at the time of the fire and the mother reportedly woke up in time to safely escort herself and 3 of her children out of the house. The father also woke up shortly after this and rapidly grabbed his 3 year old son from an adjoining room but soon found his exit through the main door was cut off due to the heat and rapidly building smoke. He instead opened a window on the west side of the house and climbed out the window with his son in his arms and made it out to safety. Despite the family's rapid exit through smoke and heat, there were no injuries. The fire was knocked down after approximately 10 minutes but the overhaul phase of the operation took 2 hours. A fire watch company stayed at the home until daylight watching for flare ups and hot spots. A total of 18 firefighters responded on this fire. The Fire Department would like to remind the public to maintain working smoke detectors inside your homes. There were two smoke detectors found inside this dwelling however, the batteries inside the detectors, were not plugged in all the way allowing the detectors to operate normally. Had these detectors operated like they should have, the family would have been alerted much earlier to the rapidly growing fire. The fire began as a result of cooking in a frying pan and then both the mother and father accidentally falling asleep while the stove was still on. This family is extremely fortunate to have survived such a rapidly spreading fire in the middle of the night while sleeping. Just a few moments longer, and the outcome of this fire could have been very different. Please check your smoke detectors, and keep them working to help save lives.
Cause:
While frying food in a frying pan, both adults fell asleep.
Damage:
Smoke damage throughout the dwelling. Heavy fire damage to the kitchen and adjoining living areas.
# Firefighters Responding: 18
Dollar Loss: $40,000
North Battalion Structure Fire
Incident #: 2011033883
Date of Incident: 8/23/2011
Issuing Officer: Bob Green/Battalion Chief
Narrative:
The Spokane City Fire Dept. dispatched fire apparatus and their crews to 518 E. LaCrosse at 16:45 hrs on Tuesday, August 23rd for a reported structure fire. As the crews were responding to the address they received additional information over their radios from Fire Dispatch indicating that a 4 year old girl was unaccounted for at the scene and that her parents feared she may still be inside the home. The first arriving fire apparatus on the scene reported a single story wood/frame dwelling with heavy black smoke showing from the roof and eaves of the building and that a detached garage behind the house was fully involved with fire. Initial assignments were made by that first-in company and shortly after their arrival word was passed via Fire Dept radio that the missing little girl had been located down the street at a neighbor's home; safe and sound. A complete search of the entire building was ordered, as per Fire Dept. policy, to ensure that there was no one inside while simultaneous fire attack and ventilation efforts were undertaken. Fortunately the search found no victims in the building and the very hot and well-advanced fire was brought under control in about 30 minutes. Fire damage to the structure was considerable and much of the interior of the building had to be opened by the fire fighters to ensure that no fire was concealed in the walls and ceilings. A large portion of the roof had to be opened to allow the hot, toxic gasses to ventilate into the atmosphere. The areas of the building not damaged by the fire itself were severely damaged by the heavy smoke conditions present. There were no reported injuries to any of the 26 fire fighters who responded to this afternoon blaze or to any of the tenants residing in the structure. Red Cross is assisting the family with temporary housing. Six engines, one ladder, one Heavy Rescue Truck, and three Command vehicles responded to this incident. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by members of the Spokane Fire Dept. Special Investigation Unit.
Cause:
Under Investigation
Damage:
Detached garage-total loss House-Severe fire damage, smoke damage throughout, major portion of the roof removed
# Firefighters Responding: 27
Dollar Loss: $50,000.00
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Incident #: 2011034008
Date of Incident: 8/24/2011
Issuing Officer: AC Schaeffer
Narrative:
On Wednesday August 24, 2011 12:07PM, 7 Companies of Spokane Firefighters, 1 Senior Ladder, 5 Engines and 1 Heavy Rescue under the direction of Battalion Chiefs Brown and Fielder, responded to an Apartment Fire at 2807 East Boone Avenue. Spokane Firefighters arrived quickly to find smoke showing from a third floor unit of a three-story apartment building. The building contained 15 apartment units total, of which 13 were occupied. The first arriving Chief requested an upgrade to a working fire which added another senior Ladder, additional engine and staff from the Training Division. Later, an additional AMR ambulance and command staff were added to the incident to assist with planning and the on-site rehab of firefighters due to the extreme heat. Finding fire in one inhabited unit and the attic space, firefighters commenced swift salvage operations to protect personal property within the structure and made judicious use of firefighting hose streams. Both Senior Ladders immediately laddered the roof and ventilated above the apartment involved in fire. The well coordinated effort of firefighters confined flames to the building's common attic, extinguishing the blaze in just 2 hours. There were no injuries reported from either residents or firefighters.
Cause:
The loss from the fire was limited to a total of two apartment units. American Red Cross is assisting the residents with interim placement assistance.
Damage:
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
# Firefighters Responding: 34
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Family of 6 barely makes their way out of house fire
Incident #: 2011033945
Date of Incident: 8/24/2011
Issuing Officer: Bruce Moline/Battalion Chief
Narrative:
On Wednesday August 24th, 2011 at 1:29 A.M. the Spokane Fire Department sent 4 engine companies, a ladder company, a rescue unit and 2 battalion chiefs to a report of a house on fire at 2430 E. Marshall. Engine 7 from their neighborhood station at 1st and Magnolia and Engine 8 from their neighborhood station at Mission and Rebecca arrived together on scene and found a single family dwelling that was filling with smoke rapidly towards the back of the house. They were quickly joined by Ladder 2, Engine 2, Engine 15 and Rescue 1 and discovered a fast spreading kitchen fire that had consumed most of the kitchen and was traveling towards the sleeping areas of the house. The 6 occupants safely made their exit from the home. All occupants had been sleeping at the time of the fire and the mother reportedly woke up in time to safely escort herself and 3 of her children out of the house. The father also woke up shortly after this and rapidly grabbed his 3 year old son from an adjoining room but soon found his exit through the main door was cut off due to the heat and rapidly building smoke. He instead opened a window on the west side of the house and climbed out the window with his son in his arms and made it out to safety. Despite the family's rapid exit through smoke and heat, there were no injuries. The fire was knocked down after approximately 10 minutes but the overhaul phase of the operation took 2 hours. A fire watch company stayed at the home until daylight watching for flare ups and hot spots. A total of 18 firefighters responded on this fire. The Fire Department would like to remind the public to maintain working smoke detectors inside your homes. There were two smoke detectors found inside this dwelling however, the batteries inside the detectors, were not plugged in all the way allowing the detectors to operate normally. Had these detectors operated like they should have, the family would have been alerted much earlier to the rapidly growing fire. The fire began as a result of cooking in a frying pan and then both the mother and father accidentally falling asleep while the stove was still on. This family is extremely fortunate to have survived such a rapidly spreading fire in the middle of the night while sleeping. Just a few moments longer, and the outcome of this fire could have been very different. Please check your smoke detectors, and keep them working to help save lives.
Cause:
While frying food in a frying pan, both adults fell asleep.
Damage:
Smoke damage throughout the dwelling. Heavy fire damage to the kitchen and adjoining living areas.
# Firefighters Responding: 18
Dollar Loss: $40,000
North Battalion Structure Fire
Incident #: 2011033883
Date of Incident: 8/23/2011
Issuing Officer: Bob Green/Battalion Chief
Narrative:
The Spokane City Fire Dept. dispatched fire apparatus and their crews to 518 E. LaCrosse at 16:45 hrs on Tuesday, August 23rd for a reported structure fire. As the crews were responding to the address they received additional information over their radios from Fire Dispatch indicating that a 4 year old girl was unaccounted for at the scene and that her parents feared she may still be inside the home. The first arriving fire apparatus on the scene reported a single story wood/frame dwelling with heavy black smoke showing from the roof and eaves of the building and that a detached garage behind the house was fully involved with fire. Initial assignments were made by that first-in company and shortly after their arrival word was passed via Fire Dept radio that the missing little girl had been located down the street at a neighbor's home; safe and sound. A complete search of the entire building was ordered, as per Fire Dept. policy, to ensure that there was no one inside while simultaneous fire attack and ventilation efforts were undertaken. Fortunately the search found no victims in the building and the very hot and well-advanced fire was brought under control in about 30 minutes. Fire damage to the structure was considerable and much of the interior of the building had to be opened by the fire fighters to ensure that no fire was concealed in the walls and ceilings. A large portion of the roof had to be opened to allow the hot, toxic gasses to ventilate into the atmosphere. The areas of the building not damaged by the fire itself were severely damaged by the heavy smoke conditions present. There were no reported injuries to any of the 26 fire fighters who responded to this afternoon blaze or to any of the tenants residing in the structure. Red Cross is assisting the family with temporary housing. Six engines, one ladder, one Heavy Rescue Truck, and three Command vehicles responded to this incident. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by members of the Spokane Fire Dept. Special Investigation Unit.
Cause:
Under Investigation
Damage:
Detached garage-total loss House-Severe fire damage, smoke damage throughout, major portion of the roof removed
# Firefighters Responding: 27
Dollar Loss: $50,000.00
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Monday, August 22, 2011
Fatality Fire Press Release
Brownes Additon Fire
Incident #: 2011033592 Date of Incident: 8/21/2011 Issuing Officer: Craig Cornelius / Battalion Chief
Narrative:
This evening August 21st 2011, at 19:58 hours the Spokane Fire Department dispatched 5 Engines, 3 Ladders, 1 Heavy Rescue and 2 Chief Officers to a reported fire at 1914 W. 1st Ave. Additional apparatus were sent in this first initial dispatch due to multiple 911 calls and reports of people trapped inside the structure. Engine 4 from the Browne's addition fire station, arrived a little over two minute from dispatch. Engine 4 under the direction of Lt. Dan Renner reported heavy fire showing from the second floor of a 3 story, wood frame residential with occupants stranded on the front roof. E4 assigned incoming apparatus to provide for an interior fire attack and to search for additional persons that were reported to be inside. Neighbors along with Firefighters from Engine 4 placed ladders to the front of the house to rescue stranded residents that were trapped by the developing fire. As additional fire crews arrived, they were sent into the structure to search for additional residents. The older home had been converted into roughly 9 residential units and the fire had substantial control of the second floor and the narrow stairways leading to the 3rd floor unit. Firefighters fought their way up the stairs extinguishing fire and searching for additional fire victims as they advanced. Interior crews were reporting intense heat as they made their way through the 2nd floor and narrow stairway that led to the top floor. Ladder 1's crew attempted to release some of the crippling heat on the upper floors through cutting holes in the roof. A medical group was established to provide medical care. Two residents were treated for smoke inhalation and transported to the hospital. Search crews made it to the 3rd floor, but progress was stopped due to the massive amount of heat, flames, and poor access through a very narrow stairway. Command backed the interior crews down and used a "deck gun" on the top of Engine 4 to help darken the fire from a different attack position. The deck gun was deployed for approximately and minute and then fire crews were transitioned back into the interior of the structure to continue searching and extinguish the fire. As crews gained control of the third floor, they found a male fire victim that had succumbed to the fire. The fire cause is still under investigation at this time. Fire investigators will continue with their investigation on Monday. Red Cross is assisting approximately 10 adults that have been displaced by the fire. A total of 35 firefighters and 6 chief officers responded to this incident.
Cause:
Cause is still under investigation.
Damage:
Smoke throughout. Heavy fire damage 2nd and 3rd floor.
# Firefighters Responding: 35
Dollar Loss: $85000
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