The building was unoccupied at the time and no injuries were reported
At 5:34 a.m. Monday (May 12), the Vancouver Fire Department was dispatched to a reported fire at Abhiruchi Indian Cuisine at 233 N.E. Chkalov Dr. in Vancouver. The-first arriving fire engine arrived four minutes after dispatch and reported flames coming from the structure, including through the roof.
The fire was contained within 12 minutes of the arrival of the first engine company. Five fire engines, three ladder trucks, one squad and two battalion chiefs responded to the fire for a total of 34 personnel working on scene.
Mutual aid was provided by Camas-Washougal Fire Department. The building was unoccupied at the time and no injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Vancouver Fire Marshal’s Office.
Information provided by the Vancouver Fire Department.
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