North Battalion House Fire
Incident #: 2012046498 Date of Incident: 10/25/2012 Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Jones
Narrative:
On Thursday, October 25, at 07:18 AM, the Spokane Fire Department responded 4 Engines, 2 Ladders, 1 Heavy Rescue and 2 Battalion Chiefs to a reported structure fire at 727 E Illinois. Firefighters arrived quickly to discover smoke showing from all sides of a 1 ½ story single-family residence. After confirming the accountability of the occupants, firefighters entered the structure using pre-connected handlines and quickly located and extinguished the fire. Additional arriving companies simultaneously provided ventilation and extinguishment of extension from the fire’s originating area.
Cause:
The Fire's cause is under investigation by the SFD's SIU
Damage:
Structural damage was limited to the area of origin; however damage to contents from smoke is moderate. The 4 occupants are being assisted by extended family due to the fact that the home cannot be inhabited until utilities are restored and critical repairs are completed.
# Firefighters Responding: 24
Dollar Loss: $ 40,000+
Other Agencies Responding:Spokane Police Department, AMR
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