Structure Fire
Incident #: 2011029004 Date of Incident: 7/23/2011 Issuing Officer: Joel Fielder/Battalion Chief
Narrative:
At 11:03 this morning, July 23, 2011 the Spokane Fire Department responded to 5124 North Ash on a reported structure fire. The first crew on-scene reported smoke coming from the eaves of a 1-story, wood framed residence. The occupant of the home reported the fire was located in the basement of the home near her dryer. Fire fighters aggressively attacked the fire from the interior of the structure while additional fire crews completed search and rescue, roof ventilation and salvage and overhaul. The fire that originated in the basement had quickly spread up the interior walls of the home to the first floor and then into the attic before it was brought under control. There were no reported injuries to civilians or firefighters. 7 fire companies with 22 firefighters and 2 Battalion Chiefs responded to this fire and crews were on scene for approximately 2 hours. The home owners are being assisted by the Spokane Chapter of the American Red Cross.
Cause:
The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Spokane Fire Departments Special Investigation Unit.
Damage:
Fire damage was confined to the basement, main floor and attic.
# Firefighters Repsonding: 24
Dollar Loss: $10,000
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