Perry District House Fire

Thanks to Spokane News for the pic

 

Incident #: 2014005657
Date of Incident: 02/02/2014
Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Steve Sabo

Narrative: On Sunday, February 02, 2014, at 9:48 AM, units of the Spokane Fire Department responded to a reported house fire at 1304 E. 12^th Avenue, near Spokane’s Perry Street District. E7 arrived within 6-minutes and reported a one and one-half story, wood framed residence with moderate smoke showing from roof and attic vents. The crew quickly gained entry into the house and located one sleeping occupant, who was assisted out of the house while the remainder of the crew advanced a fire attack hose to the upper floor and located the fire in the attic. As additional fire crews arrived, they went to work opening up access to the attic and to concealed spaces, so the fire could be extinguished. Other crews conducted salvage operations to protect the contents as much as possible. The fire was knocked down within 10-minutes and full extinguishment was completed within 30-minutes. In all, two ladder trucks, four engines, one heavy rescue and two battalion chiefs, for a total of 22 firefighters, responded to this fire. There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters. The four occupants of this rental house will be staying with friends or relatives until repairs to the structure and wiring can be made.
Cause: Investigators with the Spokane Fire Department’s Special Investigation Unit determined the cause of this fire to be deteriorated electrical wiring in the attic, which overheated and ignited insulation and wood framing members.
Damage: Damage was confined to fire damaged framing, wiring and insulation in the attic, with water and fire mitigation damage to the second floor.
# Firefighters Responding: 22
Dollar Loss: $ 50,000

Center Court 2-Alarm Apartment Fire

Incident #: 2014004716
Date of Incident: 01/27/2014
Issuing Officer: Joel Fielder/Battalion Chief
Narrative: On January 27, 2014 at approximately 10:00PM Spokane Fire crews were dispatched to the Center Court Apartments at 924 East Cozza Drive. Fire dispatch reported that they had received several 911 calls on this fire reporting an explosion and with several apartments heavily involved with fire. Engine 18 responding from Lincoln and Division could see heavy smoke and fire from several blocks away and upgrade the fire to a working fire and then to a 2^nd Alarm fire due to the size of the structure and the significant volume of fire. E-18’s size-up identified heavy fire coming from one apartment on the second floor with fire extending to the 3^rd floor apartment and fire in the attic of the 3- story, block long structure. E-18 initiated fire attack into the 2^nd floor apartment  while aggressive vertical ventilation operations from the first arriving ladder company, L-2, and additional fire attack from E-15 on the third floor confined the fire to the 2 apartments on the east side of the building. All other fire crews arriving on scene were assigned tasks of search and rescue, salvage and overhaul and water supply.  The commercial response, along with the 2^nd Alarm upgrade, consisted of 5 engines, 3 ladders and 3 Response Chiefs. One civilian was transported to a local hospital for smoke inhalation and there were no reported injuries to any firefighters. The fire was contained within 1 hour and fire crews remained on scene throughout the night to complete overhaul.

The Spokane Chapter of the American Red Cross was on scene and assisting those individuals that had been displaced by the fire.
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 2^nd and 3^rd floor apartments with heavy fire damage to the attic. The lower apartment on the first floor sustained water and smoke damage.  
# Firefighters Responding: 30
Dollar Loss: $ 100000
Other Agencies Responding:
Avista, Red Cross and Spokane Police Department

Hill N Dale Structure Fire

Incident #: 2014004680
Date of Incident: 01/27/2014
Issuing Officer: Joel Fielder/Battalion Chief
Narrative: At approximately 5:30 PM on January 27,2014 Spokane Fire crews were dispatched to 8821 North Hill N Dale on a reported structure fire. First arriving crews found light smoke coming from a 2^nd floor apartment in a 3-strory apartment building that contained 12 units.  Firefighters gained entry into the unit and found light smoke conditions and discovered a fire in the closet around an enclosed water heater. The fire was quickly extinguished by the fire attack crew while other companies completed search, ventilation, salvage and overhaul. A commercial fire response was dispatched to this address due to the size of the building, the response consisted of 6 engines, 2-Ladder trucks, 1 Heavy Rescue Truck and 2 Response Chiefs. The fire was brought under control within 20 minutes. 

There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters and 1 family was displaced and was being assisted by the Spokane Chapter of the American Red Cross.
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 bedroom closet with smoke damage throughout the apartment.
# Firefighters Responding: 33
Dollar Loss: $ 5000
Other Agencies Responding:
American Red Cross

Gonzaga Area Apartment Fire

Incident #: 2014003923
Date of Incident: 01/23/2014
Issuing Officer: BC Dave Haworth

Narrative: On Thursday, January 23, 2014, at approx 12:00 AM, the Spokane Fire Department dispatched 4 engines, 2 ladder companies, 1 heavy rescue, and 2 battalion chiefs to a reported structure fire at 902 E Boone, the Hamilton House Apartments. The caller stated there was a fire in the laundry room. First arriving Station 2, located in the Logan Neighborhood, reported light smoke on the first floor of the building. Upon further investigation they found an advanced fire in both the laundry room and a nearby storage room. At this point the smoke began to intensify so the structure had to be evacuated. Several crews attacked the fire while others evacuated the four story structure.  STA was contacted and they dispatched two buses to the scene to shelter the evacuated occupants.  The fire was quickly brought under control and all occupants were evacuated without incident. All occupants were able to return to their homes after approximately 3 hours. There were no injuries to firefighters or civilians.
Cause: The fire has been labeled suspicious and is under investigation by the Special Investigative Unit of the Spokane Fire Department
Damage: The laundry and storage room sustained heavy damage with moderate damage to a nearby office.
# Firefighters Responding: 25
Dollar Loss: $ 20000
Other Agencies Responding:
Avista

Northside Fourplex fire

Incident #: 2014003318
Date of Incident: 01/19/2014
Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Steve Sabo
Narrative: At 3:16 A.M. on Sunday, January 19^th, the Spokane Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 609 E. Euclid Avenue, on Spokane’s north side. Engine and Ladder 2 arrived on scene within four minutes and reported smoke and flames visible from a basement window of the single story, wood framed fourplex. Fire attack was immediately initiated, simultaneously with a search of the structure for victims. Six occupants were evacuated from the structure, two of whom suffered injuries during the fire. One of the injured victims, an adult male who was rescued from the fire area by firefighters, suffered second and third degree burns and smoke inhalation. He was treated by paramedics at the scene and transported to Sacred Heart Hospital, and later transferred to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle for further treatment. His condition is unknown at the time of this release. The other injured victim, an adult female, was transported to Deaconess Hospital with a minor knee injury.
The fire was quickly knocked down and confined to a basement hallway and stairs. There was minor smoke damage throughout the structure. One of the basement units of the fourplex will be uninhabitable until repairs can be made. The residents of that unit are being assisted with housing by the Red Cross. Six engines, two ladder trucks, a heavy rescue truck and two Battalion Chiefs responded to this fire, for a total of 30 firefighters. There were no injuries to any of the firefighters. AMR also responded three ambulances and a supervisor to assist with treating and transporting the victims.
Cause: The cause of this fire is currently under investigation by members of the Spokane Fire Department’s Special Investigation Unit.
Damage: Damage was confined to the basement hallway and stairs, with minor smoke damage throughout the structure.
# Firefighters Responding: 30
Dollar Loss: $ 5,000

Volunteers at Riverpark Square

Last month, Local 29 volunteers were down at Riverpark Square putting up their enormous Christmas tree. Yesterday and today they are back, taking it down. If you are down at the mall today, stop by and say hi.

Furnace fire displaces family.

Narrative:
At 05:29 AM, January 01, 2014 Spokane Fire Department companies responded to 3104 West Wellesley on a reported structure fire.  When fire companies arrived on scene it was confirmed that all the occupants and pets were safely out of the single family wood framed dwelling. Fortunately the occupants were alerted by working smoke detectors from the Initial  light smoke in the home. Companies reported the smoke intensity increasing on the first floor of the home and the incident was upgraded to a working fire.  This added a second dedicated ladder company, A.M.R. ambulance, an investigator along with Avista gas and electric to the response. Fire companies located the source of the heavy smoke from the malfunctioning natural gas furnace after approximately 10 minutes.  Once the power and natural gas were shut off to the furnace the incident soon deescalated.  No extinguishment was required. The home was ventilated and minor overhaul was completed. Due to the inoperable furnace, the family of two adults, two teenagers and one infant were displaced and being assisted by the Red Cross until repairs can be made. Avista has disconnected natural gas service to the home. No injuries were reported to civilians or firefighters.
Cause: The Spokane Fire Department Battalion Chief and Special Investigation Unit have declared the natural gas fired furnace inoperable and in need of repair or replacement along with inspection by Avista prior to any occupants habituating the home.
Damage:
There is light smoke damage throughout the home along with damage to the ceiling in one bedroom when attempting to locate the source of heat and potential fire extension into the attic. The furnace and portions of the ductwork are in need of replacement and or repair.

# Firefighters Responding: 22
Dollar Loss: $ 10,000.00
Other Agencies Responding:
A.M.R. Ambulance, Avista and Red Cross.

Northside Vehicle Extrication

Extrication Wellesley & Belt
Incident #: 2013061089
Date of Incident: 12/29/2013
Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief C Jones
Narrative: On December 29, 2013 at 8:28 P.M. the Spokane Fire Department responded to an extrication call involving two vehicles at the intersection of Wellesley and Belt.  Fire crews arrived within minutes to fine one light sedan and one SUV. There were two occupants in the SUV and three occupants in the sedan. All five patients were checked for injuries, the two patients in the SUV were not injured, the three in the sedan were found with neck and back injuries and after extrication form the car, were transported by AMR to nearby medical centers. Spokane Police were on scene and are investigating.
# Firefighters Responding: 16
Other Agencies Responding:
Spokane Police Department, AMR

Two Northside Structure Fires

Incident #: 2013060920
Date of Incident: 12/28/2013
Issuing Officer: Craig Cornelius/Battalion Chief
Narrative: On Saturday, December 28, 2013 a little after 9:00 PM, the Spokane Fire Department Dispatch Center received a 911 call for a house fire located at 3017 E. Rowan.  Callers reported fire in a single story residence with smoke coming from the eaves and roof of the home.  Fire Dispatchers diverted Ladder 2 from a nearby medical call and assigned it to this incident along with 5 other apparatus.  Ladder 2’s crew arrived on scene within 3 minutes, reported a working fire and went to work.  Command was assumed by a Battalion Chief arriving shortly after Ladder 2.  Ladder 2’s personnel verified everyone was out of the home by speaking with bystanders and performing a search of the structure.  Engine 8 applied the first water on the fire with the additional incoming resources coordinated into the fire attack. This fire was controlled within 10 minutes of Ladder 2’s arrival, but crews spent several hours removing burned material from the home and checking for hot spots.  Fire cause is accidental in nature and appears to be related to a wood stove used to heat the home.  There were no injuries at this incident, and one tenant and dog have been displaced by the fire and the resulting damage to the structure.
Shortly after 10:47 PM, another fire was reported at an apartment complex located at 6901 N. Wiscomb.  Eight apparatus, most having just worked at the Rowan fire were now responding to this incident.  Engine 18, the first to arrive, reported fire and smoke showing from the eave line on the north side of the building.  Engine crews advanced hose lines to two of the upper units.  They found fire in a common wall between the two apartments and in the attic above the wall.  Occupants were evacuated, followed by a search of the building’s four apartment units to verify everyone was safe.  Firefighters had the fire controlled within 20 minutes, but continued to work for several hours making sure the fire was out.  The fire originated in a second floor wall with the cause being electrical in nature.  The building sustained fire damage in two of the upstairs apartments and a portion of the attic.  One family of 3 has been displaced. 
Cause: First Fire wood stove.
Second Fire electrical.
Damage: Rowan Fire: 3 rooms and a portion of the attic.
Wiscomb Fire: Common Wall in two apartments and a portion of the ceiling/attic.
# Firefighters Responding: 27
Dollar Loss: $ 35000
Other Agencies Responding:
AMR

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Santa Sleigh makes rare daytime sortie

Yesterday, Local 29 firefighters and their families spread a little Christmas cheer by handing out Christmas presents at the Senior Center and then delivering Meals on Wheels to folks in their homes. More pictures here. 

Fire Press Release

North Side Garage Fire

Incident #: 2013059644
Date of Incident: 12/21/2013
Issuing Officer: Clive Jones/ Battalion Chief

Narrative:On Saturday, December 21 at 12:13 PM, 6 companies of the Spokane Fire Department responded to a reported fire of a detached garage at 2812 N Cincinnati. Firefighters arrived quickly to discover heavy smoke showing from the garage. Firefighters using pre-connected hand lines quickly located and extinguished the fire. The fire was completely extinguished in 30 minutes. There were no injuries to civilian or firefighters on this incident.
 

Cause:The fire cause is under investigation by the SFD's SIU

Damage:Garage is a total loss

# Firefighters Responding: 22

Dollar Loss: $ 20,000

Other Agencies Responding:
Spokane Police Department, AMR

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North Battalion Structure Fire

Incident #: 2013059341#
Date of Incident: 12/19/2013
Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Bill Donahoe

Narrative:At 09:45 PM, December 19, 2013 Spokane Fire Department crews responded to 1107 West Decatur on a reported structure fire. The first arriving Chief arrived on scene and reported a single story wood framed dwelling with smoke showing from the roof eaves. All of the occupants were reported safely out of the structure. Companies were assigned to extinguish and confine the fire, vertically ventilate the roof and protect the occupant’s valuables. The attic fire was brought under control within 30 minutes. Fire Companies remained on scene overhauling and completing a fire watch until 02:00 AM.  Four adult occupants were displaced and staying with family until repairs can be completed to the home. Avista disconnected the power and natural gas to the home at least until the following morning. No injuries were reported by civilians or firefighters.

Cause:The Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit has determined that the fire originated in a wall which had wood framing in close proximity to the operating fireplace. Radiant heat from the fireplace ignited the wall which then extended into the attic of the home.

Damage:There is fire damage to the exposed wall and attic next to the fireplace and chimney. Light smoke damage also occurred throughout the entire home.

# Firefighters Responding: 24

Dollar Loss: $ 10,000.00

Other Agencies Responding:
A.M.R. Ambulance and Avista

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Warehouse Fire

Incident #: 2013058726
Date of Incident: 12/16/2013
Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Steve Sabo

Narrative:
At 2:46 this afternoon, Monday, December 16th, the Spokane Fire Department responded to a reported warehouse fire at 2627 E. Trent Avenue. The first engine on scene reported a 60’ X 60’ metal warehouse with heavy smoke showing from an open overhead door. Multiple minor explosions were heard from inside the structure, which was reported to contain flammable gas cylinders. There was also tall rack storage of heavy commercial material and tools. Due to these hazards, and confirmation from employees that there was no one inside the structure, firefighters attacked the fire from the exterior. Thermal imaging cameras were used to determine the location of the fire, where siding was removed to extinguish the majority of fire. Crews will remain on scene throughout the night monitoring hot spots in an area of the warehouse unsafe to enter. There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters. The Spokane Police Department assisted with traffic control on busy Trent Avenue, and AMR provided a standby ambulance crew on scene.

Cause:
Fire investigators will be on scene in the morning to attempt to enter the area suspected to be the origin. At this time the cause of the fire does not appear to be suspicious.

Damage:
Damage was confined to an office/tool room in the warehouse, with heat, smoke and water damage to much of the contents of the remainder of the warehouse.

# Firefighters Responding: 41

Dollar Loss: $ 100,000

Other Agencies Responding:
Spokane Police Department,

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Structure Fire

Incident #: 2013057815
Date of Incident: 12/11/2013
Issuing Officer: Joel Fielder/Battalion Chief

Narrative:
At approximately 1:10 PM this afternoon, December 11, 2013 Spokane City Fire crews were dispatched to 2722 West Boone on a reported structure fire. Fire crews responding to this location reported seeing a column of smoke showing from several blocks away. The first unit on scene reported heavy fire showing from the northeast corner of a single story, wood framed structure with smoke showing from the eaves. The home was later identified as a 1-1/2 story structure with fire extending into the attic on the north and east side. The first engine arriving on scene initiated an aggressive interior attack confining the fire to a bedroom at the back of the home while a second fire crew attacked the fire in the upstairs bedroom. Additional fire crews on scene completed search, vertical ventilation and salvage and overhaul. The fire was brought under control within 30 minutes. There were no injuries to any civilians, one firefighter suffered a knee injury and was transported to a local hospital for examination. Fire crews remained on scene for several hours completing overhaul and assisting in the investigation process. Avista gas and electric crews arrived on scene and removed hazards as needed. The house was found to be vacant and unsecured however neighbors did report seeing 2 individuals staying within the home the last several days.

Cause:
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the Spokane Fire Departments Special Investigation Unit.

Damage:
There was heavy fire damage to a bedroom and bathroom on the north side of the structure on the main floor, fire damage in the attic and heat and smoke damage throughout the rest of the structure.

# Firefighters Responding: 32

Dollar Loss: $ 40000

Other Agencies Responding:
Avista

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North Side House Fire 

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

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

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

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

# Firefighters Responding: 25

Dollar Loss: $ 40,000

Other Agencies Responding:
AMR

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Retirement Community Fire

Incident #: 2013057036
Date of Incident: 12/07/2013
Issuing Officer: AC Schaeffer

Narrative:On Saturday, December 7, 2013 at 07:36 AM, an automatic fire alarm was received from 2929 South Waterford, Touchmark on South Hill.  As the incident was being dispatched, the Communications Center received information that smoke was visible on the first and second floors.  The incident was upgraded to a full alarm and added 4 Engines, 2 Ladders and a Heavy Rescue under the direction of Battalion Chiefs Donahoe and Moline. The first fire company arrived within minutes from nearby Station 11 and reported smoke showing from the eves and second and third floors visible from the Pittsburg side.

First arriving firefighters sprinted into action by raising aerial ladders to assist those potentially in need and deployed handlines to aggressively attack the flames while performing a primary search. Additional firefighters were immediately summoned including all three of the CIty's Ladders, to assist battling the blaze as the incident was officially upgraded to a working fire.

The 499-unit apartment complex was in compliance with Fire Codes including hard wired smoke alarms, smoke-activated magnetic fire doors and automatic sprinklers in building area, all of which assisted in saving lives and preventing the spread of fire and smoke. This serves as a good reminder for all to never block open fire doors as this allows smoke and fire to travel and impede occupants from escaping in an emergency.

One unit was involved in fire in the wall and floor areas and smoke was present throughout the floors.  Over 40 firefighters extinguished the blaze in just 35-minutes and there were no injuries. There were no security doors, window bars or obvious non-fire factors to impede the residents from exiting all of the floors.

Firefighters are remaining on scene for several hours, assisting the residents and building managers. 

Cause:The cause is under investigation and facility’s management has done a wonderful job at assisting the residents with temporary accommodations.

Damage:The damage is limited to a wall and flooring on floor 1 and 2. Companies are still on-scene and residents will be able to reoccupy within the hour.

# Firefighters Responding: 40

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North Battalion House Fire

Incident #: 2013056850
Date of Incident: 12/06/2013
Issuing Officer: BC Dave Haworth

Narrative:
On Friday, December 6, at approx 8:30 AM, the Spokane Fire Department responded 2 ladders, 5 engines, 1 heavy rescue, and 2 battalion chiefs to a reported structure fire at 1503 E Rich. Neighbors had called in the fire and said they could see smoke and flames coming from the single story family residence. SE15, located in the Hillyard neighborhood, arrived and reported heavy smoke coming from the approx 1500 sq ft residence. After ensuring the occupants were out of the structure, SE15 advanced a preconnected hose to attack the fire, which was located in the basement. Later arriving crews were assigned to secure a water supply, provide openings to remove the smoke from the structure, and advance additional hoses. The fire was extinguished within 20 minutes and crews spent several hours removing burned materials and checking for hot spots. The tenents are being assisted by the Red Cross as their home is uninhabitable. Traffic control was provided SPD units who blocked nearby intersections.

Cause:
The cause of the fire in under investigation by the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit.

Damage:
The basement was heavily damage with heat and smoke damage throughout the rest of the structure.

# Firefighters Responding: 26

Dollar Loss: $ 50000

Other Agencies Responding:
AMR, Avista, SPD, Red Cross

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Local 29 Santa Sleigh Coming Your Way!

From Patrick Moore:

Well it’s that time of year again!  As I write the snow is falling, Thanksgiving is firmly behind us, and the Local 29 Firefighters of Spokane are heading out to share some Christmas Cheer!  Of course, I am talking about the Local 29 Spokane Firefighters Union’s Santa Sleigh.  

On any given night, a group of Local 29 firefighters check out the sleigh and head out to see as many kids as possible within a given Spokane neighborhood.  The music is blaring and candy canes are flying; almost as fast as the smiles!  Most crews try and meet by 5:30pm or so and get on the road early enough to see the kiddos before they head off to dreamland.  

The firefighters realize that for many kids, this is their only chance to see Santa.  The malls may be too expensive for many parents or the time required to go wait in long lines may be more than they can offer.  It is a very big deal, young or old, to see Santa!  And while the teenagers may have learned the secret behind the curtain I can assure you the magic is still very much alive!  Parents are overjoyed at a chance to shoot a photo of the kids with Santa! We attempt to stop (when and where safe) and hand out candy canes to every child we see.  Many kids and parents may wave from the window at first but if we pause they will frequently grab a coat and head out to visit.  

Again, right there in the street with Santa might be that kid’s only chance to tell Santa what he wants for Christmas.  We try and take the time to listen, not making any promises of course, remind them to be good for their parents, and ask them to have mom and dad help them write a letter and mail it to Santa so he doesn’t forget their big wish on Christmas night!  And since some kids catch on that “you aren’t the real Santa” we try to be straight with them. “Actually you are right!  I am not the real Santa, I am an elf.  Lots of Santa’s Elves make toys back at the North Pole and many others get out into the community and help Santa by finding out what all the good boys and girls want for Christmas.  St. Nicholas is very busy at this time of year getting ready and he needs us elves to help him out!” 

So, if you hear a little Christmas music blaring louder than your typical teen driver it just might be Santa Claus and his elves from your City of Spokane Firefighters Union!  And don’t forget to be nice, because Santa’s driving around checking on his Naughty and Nice list and you don’t want a lump of coal on Christmas morning do you?

Merry Christmas!

Two Fire Press Releases

South Battalion House Fire

Incident #: 2013056154
Date of Incident: 12/02/2013
Issuing Officer: BC Dave Haworth

Narrative:
On Monday, December 02, 2013, shortly before 4:00 AM, the Spokane Fire Department responded 5 engines, 2 ladders, 1 heavy rescue, and 2 battalion chiefs to a reported structure fire at 717 N Stone. The fire was first reported by a newspaper carrier and was confirmed by SPD officers who were patrolling in the area. The first arriving SFD unit, SE7, reported fire coming from the roof area of a wood constructed one story residence. Engine 7 advanced a preconnect hose to attack the fire while other crews were assigned to gain access, search the structure, connect a hydrant supply line, and advance additional hoses. It was determined that the structure was being used as an office for a business and not as a residence. The fire was extinguished within 60 minutes and crews remained on-scene for several hours extinguishing hot spots. There were no injuries to civilians and one firefighter was transported to SHMC for a knee injury.

Cause:
The fire is under investigation by SFD investigators.

Damage:
The structure is a total loss

# Firefighters Responding: 26

Dollar Loss: $ $65000

Other Agencies Responding:
SPD, Avista

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Structure Fire

Incident #: 2013056161
Date of Incident: 12/02/2013
Issuing Officer: Joel Fielder/Battalion Chief

Narrative:
At approximately 5:20 AM this morning, December 2, 2013 Spokane City Fire crews were dispatched to 2510 North Denver on a reported structure fire. Fire crews responding to this location reported smoke and fire showing from several blocks away. The first crew on scene reported heavy fire showing from the east end of a duplex at the car port with fire extending into the living space to the west. They attacked the fire in the car-port on the east end of the building and protected an exposure building to the south. A second fire attack crew aggressively attacked the fire from the interior confining the fire to the one duplex. Additional fire crews on scene completed search, vertical ventilation and salvage and overhaul. The fire was brought under control within 20 minutes. There were no injuries to any civilians or firefighters and fire crews remained on scene for several hours completing overhaul and assisting in the investigation process. Avista gas and electric crews arrived on scene and removed hazards as needed and Spokane Police assisted with traffic control. The 2-adult occupants of the duplex are currently being assisted by our local chapter of the American Red Cross.

Cause:
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the Spokane Fire Departments Special Investigation Unit.

Damage:
There was heavy fire damage to the kitchen, attic and carport of the east duplex with smoke damage throughout the structure.

# Firefighters Responding: 23

Dollar Loss: $ 45,000

Other Agencies Responding:
Spokane Police Department, Avista, Red Cross

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Structure Fire

Incident #: 2013055648
Date of Incident: 11/29/2013
Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief

Narrative:
On November 29, 2013 at approximately 1:20 AM the Spokane City fire crews were dispatched to 208 East Empire on a reported structure fire. First crews arriving on scene reported smoke showing from the eaves of a one-story, wood framed- single family residence. Further investigation by the fire crews found a fire located in the basement and reported that all occupants were out of the structure. The fire attack crew aggressively attacked the fire from the interior of the home entering the basement from the south stairs while other fire crews assisted in search, ventilation, salvage and overhaul. The fire was declared out within 35 minutes after the first crew’s arrival. The fire did extend into the first floor and attic area around the brick chimney. There were no reported injuries to civilians or firefighters and the occupants of the home are under the care of our local chapter of the American Red Cross.


Cause:
The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Spokane Fire Dept. Special Investigation Unit.

Damage:
Fire damage was confined to the basement, main floor and a section of the attic around the chimney with smoke damage throughout the structure.

# Firefighters Responding: 27

Other Agencies Responding:
Spokane AMR unit was on scene through out the incident

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