E Heroy structure fire

Brian Schaeffer, Assistant Chief, 509.625.7002


Thursday, August 15, 2013 at 2:12 p.m.


Narrative: Spokane City Fire Department was dispatched today at 2:12 PM to a reported structure fire at 1324 E. Heroy. The first arriving apparatus was Engine 15 (E15) and the officer reported smoke and flames showing from three sides of a one story wood frame residential structure. E15 immediately directed hose leads to protect the homes on either side of the burning structure. Other arriving units were assigned to conduct search operations, and assist with extinguishment of the fire. All occupants made it out of the burning structure safely, and there were no injuries to fire personnel.

Cause: The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the SFD Special Investigation Unit.

Damage: Fire and smoke damage throughout the structure.

# Firefighters Responding: 25

Dollar Loss: $100,000

Other Agencies Responding: Spokane Police Department