Kelso, WA.– Official Release: Firefighters from Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue and Longview Fire Department responded to a house fire in the 900 block of Allen Dr Thursday just after 4 pm. Fire crews reported heavy smoke coming from a rear bedroom of the single-story home when they arrived. Reports from dispatch were that one resident was still inside the home and one had suffered smoke inhalation.
All occupants were later accounted for, the fire was under control at 4:27, and fully extinguished at 5:15. Three engines, a Ladder Truck, a water tender, two medic units, and three Chief Officers responded to the fire. Kelso Police and Cowlitz County Public Utility Works also responded. Two dogs were rescued by firefighters in time to survive.
One resident was transported by ambulance to PeaceHealth St. John’s Medical Center in Longview and later was flown to Randall Children’s Hospital in Portland, OR. No other injuries were reported. American Red Cross is assisting the displaced family of with temporary shelter and other needs. The cause of the fire is under investigation
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