One adult from the duplex was evaluated by AMR for smoke inhalation and was evaluated at a local area hospital for non-life threatening injuries
At 11:15 p.m. Thursday (Nov. 13) evening, the Vancouver Fire Department was dispatched to 1010 SE Morgan Road for a structure fire.
First-arriving crews found heavy smoke and fire coming from the front of the duplex. Hose lines were deployed to attack the fire and several holes were cut in the roof to release smoke and heat out of the building. It took 30 minutes to bring the fire under control after it spread to the attic.
About 12 VFD units were on scene for a total of approximately 30 firefighters. A critical safety concern was observed during the incident as an energized power line came down around the building but did not result in any injuries.
One adult from the duplex was evaluated by AMR for smoke inhalation and was evaluated at a local area hospital for non-life threatening injuries. No other injuries were reported.
The Red Cross was requested to assist several adults who were displaced. 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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