Cause of house fire remains under investigation

 

 

Cause of house fire remains under investigation
No reported injuries

 

Fire investigators with the Spokane Fire Department’s Special Investigation Unit are continuing to investigate what caused a fire at a home on N. Ruby St.

 

Last night at approximately 8:40 p.m., fire crews from the Spokane Fire Department responded to the 1600 block of N. Ruby St. of a house on fire.

 

Upon arrival, fire crews advised of smoke and fire coming from a back window of the residence. The home was not occupied at the time fire, but a family was in the process of moving into the house. Firefighters were on scene quickly and confined the fire mainly to the kitchen area.

 

There were no reported injuries to civilians or firefighters.

 

The fire caused damage to the first and second floor and smoke damage throughout the home.

 

Anyone with information about the fire can call 509-625-7000 so the information can be forwarded to fire investigators.

 

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Michele Anderson | Public Safety Communications Manager
Spokane Police Department | Spokane Fire Department

cell 509.742.0063 | office 509.622.5868 | mlanderson@spokanecity.org

 

Smoke detector helps residents safely evacuate during house fire

 

 

Smoke alarm helps residents safely evacuate during house fire
Cause under investigation

 

A smoke alarm installed earlier this year by the Spokane Fire Department (SFD) helped residents quickly evacuate during a house fire last night.

 

At approximately 7 p.m., SFD responded to the 300 block of S. Stone St. for reported smoke from the second floor of a residence.

 

First arriving units reported dense smoke from a second story window. The fire was located and extinguished in approximately 15 minutes with damage limited to primarily the second floor.

 

Occupants were able to quickly evacuate from the building after receiving notification by the smoke alarm. Smoke alarms that are properly installed and maintained provide an early warning signal which could allow everyone in the home to safely escape.

 

No civilians, firefighters or pets were injured in this incident. The American Red Cross was requested to assist in providing shelter for six displaced residents from this event.

 

The fire is currently under investigation by members of the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigations Unit.

 

 

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Michele Anderson | Public Safety Communications Manager
Spokane Police Department | Spokane Fire Department

cell 509.742.0063 | office 509.622.5868 | mlanderson@spokanecity.org

 

Cause of yesterday’s house fire under investigation

 

Cause of yesterday's house fire under investigation
No reported injuries

 

Yesterday just after 5:30 p.m., the Spokane Fire Department responded to the 600 block of S. Regal St. for a reported house on fire. The resident of the home advised of light smoke coming from the furnace area. 

 

Upon investigation, fire department personnel located fire inside the walls with no involvement of the furnace. Crews worked quickly to ensure the house was evacuated, extinguish all the hidden fire and limit the spread. 

 

The American Red Cross responded to assist one adult.

 

There were no reported injuries to civilians or firefighters.

 

The fire caused smoke damage throughout the home along with fire damage in the basement and first floor walls. Fire investigators with the Spokane Fire Department's Special Investigation Unit are working to determine the cause.

 

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Michele Anderson | Public Safety Communications Manager
Spokane Police Department | Spokane Fire Department

cell 509.742.0063 | office 509.622.5868 | mlanderson@spokanecity.org

 

Improperly discarded smoking materials caused fatal apartment fire

 

Improperly discarded smoking materials caused fatal apartment fire

 

Fire investigators with the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit have determined improperly discarded smoking materials caused last week’s fatal apartment fire.

 

Just after 1 a.m. on Friday, September 14, the Spokane Fire Department responded to 4100 block of N. Cook St. and found flames coming from a second story window. Crews were able to contain the fire to the involved apartment. An adult female was found deceased in the apartment.

 

The Spokane Fire Department wants to remind community members of the dangers of unattended or improperly discarded smoking materials.

 

Important safety tips when smoking:

 

• Smoke outside. Many items in a home can catch on fire if they touch something hot like a cigarette or ashes.
• Put cigarettes out all the way. Don’t walk away from lit cigarettes and other smoking materials. Put water on the ashes and butts to make sure they are completely extinguished before putting them in the trash.
• Use a deep, sturdy non-combustible ashtray or container. Place it away from anything that can burn.
• Do not discard cigarettes in vegetation such as mulch, potted plants or landscaping, peat moss, dried grasses, leaves or other things that could ignite easily.
• Before you throw away butts and ashes, make sure they are out, and dousing in water or sand is the best way to do that.
• Do not smoke after taking medicine that makes you tired.
• Never smoke around medical oxygen. Medical oxygen can explode if a flame or spark is near. Even if the oxygen is turned off, it can still catch on fire.
• Never smoke in bed.

 

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Michele Anderson | Public Safety Communications Manager
Spokane Police Department | Spokane Fire Department

cell 509.742.0063 | office 509.622.5868 | mlanderson@spokanecity.org

 

Cause of duplex fire deemed undetermined

 

Cause of duplex fire deemed undetermined  
No reported injuries

 

The cause of yesterday’s duplex fire in the 300 block of E. Wabash Ave. has been declared undetermined by fire investigators with the Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit. Investigators advise the fire did originate in the alley where discarded couches had been placed.

 

At approximately 6:05 a.m., crews from the Spokane Fire Department (SFD) and Spokane County Fire District 9 responded to the structure fire. Initial reports indicated the fire was discovered by tenants on the exterior of a duplex and the fire was moving to the building. Tenants attempted to put the fire out with a garden hose.

 

First arriving SFD crews reported the fire had moved in to the attic space. Crews were able to contain and extinguish the fire within 15 minutes of arrival, as well as, confirm all occupants had safely exited the building.

 

The residence was uninhabitable due to smoke and fire damage and the American Red Cross responded to provide shelter for the displaced residents.

 

No injuries were reported.

 

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Michele Anderson | Public Safety Communications Manager
Spokane Police Department | Spokane Fire Department

cell 509.742.0063 | office 509.622.5868 | mlanderson@spokanecity.org

 

One person dies in early morning fire

 

One person dies in early morning fire

 

One person has died after an early morning apartment fire in the Hillyard neighborhood.

 

Just after 1 a.m., the Spokane Fire Department responded to reports of smoke coming from the window of a second floor apartment in the 4100 block of N. Cook St. First arriving units reported flames from a second story window and made entry to the apartment.

 

Crews were able to put the small fire out in less than five minutes and discovered a female deceased in the room. The fire did not extend out of the involved apartment and no other civilians were harmed. There were also no firefighter injuries.

 

The American Red Cross responded to assist four adult tenants were temporarily displaced by the fire and the investigation. 

 

The Spokane Fire Department Special Investigation Unit was requested in conjunction with the Spokane Police Department Major Crimes Division to perform an investigation in to the cause and origin of the fire.

 

 

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Michele Anderson | Public Safety Communications Manager
Spokane Police Department | Spokane Fire Department

cell 509.742.0063 | office 509.622.5868 | mlanderson@spokanecity.org

 

Media Advisory: Learn about fire safety and become a junior firefighter

 

Media Advisory: Learn about fire safety and become a junior firefighter

 

The Spokane Fire Department, SAFE Kids, Mobius Children's Museum, the Downtown Spokane Partnership and River Park Square are partnering for the second annual Kids Junior Fire Academy. This free, family event will be held at River Park Square tomorrow from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. 

 

The Kids Junior Fire Academy is open to “kids” of all ages, and will provide an opportunity for attendees to tour and see demonstrations from a ladder truck and fire engine, practice hands-only CPR with firefighters, make a craft with Mobius Children's Museum, operate a charged fire hose, learn about child passenger safety from SAFE Kids Spokane and so much more! Kids can collect stamps at each activity and receive a Jr. Firefighter certificate and enter to win fun prizes. 

 

We hope to see you there!

 

What: Kids Junior Fire Academy 

When: Saturday, September 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: River Park Square at 808 W. Main Ave.

 

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Michele Anderson | Public Safety Communications Manager
Spokane Police Department | Spokane Fire Department

cell 509.742.0063 | office 509.622.5868 | mlanderson@spokanecity.org