One adult deceased victim was discovered during the operation
Just before 3 a.m. on Friday (May 2) morning, the Vancouver Fire Department was dispatched to 4503 E. 5th Street for a structure fire. First-arriving crews found heavy fire coming from a third-story apartment and quickly requested a second alarm to bring additional resources to the scene.
There were about 15 fire units who responded to the scene with approximately 33 personnel including firefighters from Clark County Fire District 6. The fire was under control in about 30 minutes.
One adult deceased victim was discovered during the operation.
The Vancouver Fire Dept Chaplain, Pete Schrater, was working on scene to assist Red Cross in providing aid to about 20 people who appear to be displaced out of nine apartments. No further civilian or firefighter injuries were reported.
The Vancouver Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the fire where fire crews were performing overhaul and extinguishing hot spots for several hours.
Information provided by the Vancouver Fire Department.
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