Trending...
- CCHR Warns Global Survey Confirms Electroshock Risks Hidden From Public
- Lowcountry Male and AquaVitae Announce New Clinic Opening in Savannah, Georgia
- SQUARESIGNS Featured in Inc.5000 List Again
~ Spokane, WA - On Tuesday morning, the Spokane Fire Department responded to reports of a fire on the 1700 block of East Hartson Avenue. According to Justin de Ruyter, Spokane Fire PIO, the call came in at approximately 10:52 a.m. and crews were dispatched immediately.
Upon arrival, firefighters were met with a wind- and slope-driven fire that was quickly spreading uphill. One structure was immediately threatened by the flames. Recognizing the potential for escalation, incident commanders wasted no time in requesting additional support from Spokane County Fire District 8, Spokane Valley Fire Department, and the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
Thanks to a coordinated effort from multiple agencies, the initial fire was brought under control within 15 minutes. Crews then began mopping up hot spots. However, during this phase, nearby residents alerted firefighters to a second fire in the backyard of a home on East 8th Avenue.
More on Washingtoner
Firefighters swiftly redirected their efforts to the new location and discovered flames spreading across two residential backyards. The blaze posed an immediate threat to a home and shed. Fortunately, crews were able to contain the fire and prevent further property damage.
According to de Ruyter, embers from the initial hillside blaze are believed to have caused the second fire. The incident is still under investigation and Spokane Police were called to interview two individuals who were reportedly seen in the area at the time by neighbors.
Thankfully, there were no reported injuries and damage was limited to fences and debris. However, this serves as a reminder for residents about the ongoing risk that embers from even distant fires can pose to urban neighborhoods.
The Spokane Fire Department urges residents to take precautions and visit the Department of Natural Resources Wildfire Ready website for information on how to safeguard their homes and properties.
Attached photos show the extent of damage caused by both fires. The first photo shows firefighters battling flames on the hillside, while the second photo shows the aftermath of the fire in the backyard of a home.
Upon arrival, firefighters were met with a wind- and slope-driven fire that was quickly spreading uphill. One structure was immediately threatened by the flames. Recognizing the potential for escalation, incident commanders wasted no time in requesting additional support from Spokane County Fire District 8, Spokane Valley Fire Department, and the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
Thanks to a coordinated effort from multiple agencies, the initial fire was brought under control within 15 minutes. Crews then began mopping up hot spots. However, during this phase, nearby residents alerted firefighters to a second fire in the backyard of a home on East 8th Avenue.
More on Washingtoner
- Labor Day Observed by City of Tacoma on September 1
- BusinessRate Selects New Jersey Therapy & Life Coaching as Best Couselors
- IRL Investigations Combines Decades of Experience with Modern Digital Expertise
- New Leadership Model – Never Fire Anyone – Released Today
- AureaVault Launches U.S.-Licensed Cryptocurrency Exchange with Enhanced Security Features
Firefighters swiftly redirected their efforts to the new location and discovered flames spreading across two residential backyards. The blaze posed an immediate threat to a home and shed. Fortunately, crews were able to contain the fire and prevent further property damage.
According to de Ruyter, embers from the initial hillside blaze are believed to have caused the second fire. The incident is still under investigation and Spokane Police were called to interview two individuals who were reportedly seen in the area at the time by neighbors.
Thankfully, there were no reported injuries and damage was limited to fences and debris. However, this serves as a reminder for residents about the ongoing risk that embers from even distant fires can pose to urban neighborhoods.
The Spokane Fire Department urges residents to take precautions and visit the Department of Natural Resources Wildfire Ready website for information on how to safeguard their homes and properties.
Attached photos show the extent of damage caused by both fires. The first photo shows firefighters battling flames on the hillside, while the second photo shows the aftermath of the fire in the backyard of a home.
0 Comments
Latest on Washingtoner
- $5 - $20 Million in Sales for 2026; $25 - $40 Million for 2027 Projected with NASA Agreements; New MOU Signed to Improve Solar Tech in Space
- New Book: Cold War Sci-Fi Thriller Arrives Today
- BeeCool Bikes Unveils Next-Generation "Super Frame" with Bee Defender Series
- Business Impact NW Celebrates 10 Years of IMPACT Pitch – Tickets on Sale
- University of South Pacific and Battery Pollution Technologies Forge Strategic Partnership to tackle Battery End-of-Life Challenges in the Pacific
- Shincheonji Tanzania Church Holds Revelation Bible Exam with Local Pastors and Believers
- Tacoma: An Update to the Community From Council Member Joe Bushnell on Fred Meyer Closure
- Spokane: Flags at Half-Staff Honoring the Minneapolis Shooting Victims
- Portland Med Spa Expands Service Offerings with Latest Aesthetic Technologies
- Growth Acceleration via Strategic Reverse Split After $10 Million Acquisition for Concerts.com and TicketStub.com; AI Powered Sports/Entertainment Co
- Grant Zahajko's Mob, Gangster, True Crime & Criminal Memorabilia auction will be held on September 10th, online and live in Davenport, Wash
- OddsTrader Projects Three Potential Elimination Games in Week 1 of College Football
- Century Fasteners Corp. Exhibiting at the 2025 International Fastener Expo
- Some Countries Grant Postponements for EU ICS2 ENS for Road and Rail
- Canvas Cloud AI Launches to Transform Cloud Education From Memorization to Mastery
- The Squires Group Becomes a Workday Partner
- Spokane: Boone Avenue Grind and Overlay Project
- From Vernon Hills to Mensa Before Kindergarten
- PermianMuseum.com adds Interstellar Visitor Video Gallery
- SOBREO Elixirs Debut in New York City, Defining a New Era in Inclusive Hospitality