Justin de Ruyter, Public Information Officer, jderuyter@spokanecity.org
Monday, July 31, 2023 at 8:43 a.m.
On Sunday July 30, 2023, at 1:04 pm, Spokane Fire responded to 3900 block of Nevada for a reported fire in a residence. SFD crews arrived just minutes after dispatch found a fire contained to one room in the structure. A quick interior search for victims was conducted while other firefighters deployed a hose line for fire attack.
The fire was knocked down within a few minutes. All occupants safely evacuated. SFD crews were able to safely contain three animals.
SFD special investigation unit determined the fire to be suspicious in nature. A suspect was taken into custody by the Spokane Police Department.
Damage estimates were $50,000, with no reported civilian or firefighter injuries.
