Vancouver Fire responds to fatal structure fire

Vancouver Fire crews responded to a structure fire on East 6th Street where one person and one dog were found deceased and the cause remains under investigation.
Vancouver Fire crews responded to a structure fire on East 6th Street where one person and one dog were found deceased and the cause remains under investigation. Photo courtesy Vancouver Fire Department

One person and one dog were found deceased

At approximately 7:44 a.m. Wednesday (Feb. 4), Vancouver Fire responded to reports of a structure fire at 2305 E. 6th St. in Vancouver.

A total of seven Vancouver Fire units were dispatched, with 22 firefighters responding to the scene. The incident involved a one-story fourplex housing unit. The fire was contained to a single unit and was quickly addressed upon crews’ arrival.

Tragically, one person and one dog were found deceased.

The Vancouver Fire Marshal’s Office is currently investigating the cause of the incident. All questions regarding the investigation should be directed to their office.

Vancouver Fire reminds the public that smoke alarms save lives. Residents are encouraged to regularly test smoke alarms and check or replace batteries as needed.

Information provided by the Vancouver Fire Department.


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