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December 9, 2025 ~ Spokane, WA- On December 9, 2025, a commercial building on East Holyoke Avenue caught fire, causing significant damage to multiple businesses housed inside. The incident was reported by several callers who noticed heavy black smoke coming from the building. Firefighters from Spokane County Fire District 9 were immediately dispatched to the scene to assist.
According to Justin de Ruyter, the Spokane Fire PIO, Engine 15 from the Hillyard neighborhood arrived at the scene within four minutes of receiving the call. Upon arrival, they found a 50' x 200' metal-clad structure with heavy fire coming from one of the businesses inside. The firefighters quickly took action and deployed a 2½-inch attack line to control the fire. Additional hose lines were also used by responding engine companies.
The fire had spread into a common attic space shared by three neighboring businesses in addition to the one where it originated. This caused significant smoke and water damage to all four businesses. The remaining four businesses in the building only sustained light smoke damage and will remain operational.
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It took firefighters approximately 50 minutes to bring the fire under control. They will continue to monitor for hotspots and conduct overhaul operations throughout the evening. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during this incident.
After conducting an investigation, it was determined that welding sparks had ignited a vehicle inside one of the businesses which was being used for auto repair. This was deemed an accidental fire by fire investigators.
Photos taken at the scene show heavy smoke billowing out of the building as firefighters worked tirelessly to contain and extinguish the flames. The affected businesses will be displaced indefinitely due to substantial damage caused by the fire.
This incident serves as a reminder for business owners and individuals alike to always take necessary precautions when working with potentially hazardous materials or equipment.
According to Justin de Ruyter, the Spokane Fire PIO, Engine 15 from the Hillyard neighborhood arrived at the scene within four minutes of receiving the call. Upon arrival, they found a 50' x 200' metal-clad structure with heavy fire coming from one of the businesses inside. The firefighters quickly took action and deployed a 2½-inch attack line to control the fire. Additional hose lines were also used by responding engine companies.
The fire had spread into a common attic space shared by three neighboring businesses in addition to the one where it originated. This caused significant smoke and water damage to all four businesses. The remaining four businesses in the building only sustained light smoke damage and will remain operational.
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It took firefighters approximately 50 minutes to bring the fire under control. They will continue to monitor for hotspots and conduct overhaul operations throughout the evening. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during this incident.
After conducting an investigation, it was determined that welding sparks had ignited a vehicle inside one of the businesses which was being used for auto repair. This was deemed an accidental fire by fire investigators.
Photos taken at the scene show heavy smoke billowing out of the building as firefighters worked tirelessly to contain and extinguish the flames. The affected businesses will be displaced indefinitely due to substantial damage caused by the fire.
This incident serves as a reminder for business owners and individuals alike to always take necessary precautions when working with potentially hazardous materials or equipment.
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