Portland, OR. – Official Release: On 2/15/2025 just before 1:00 AM Portland Fire crews were called to a house fire on the 11700 block of SE Bush St. When they arrived firefighters noted heavy fire on the exterior that was pushing into the interior and attic areas of the structure. Firefighters worked to extinguish the flames and to ensure that all occupants were outside. It was also necessary to cut a whole in the roof to ventillate fire gases which are toxic and flammable.
The majority of fire was knocked down quickly and the occupants were given shelter by neighbors. One person was evaluated by firefighters for a cut to the hand that did not require transport by ambulance. Once the fire was recalled (deemed under control) firefighters worked to remove or extinguish any remaining smoldering material and a fire investigator was called to determine the cause.
Fighting fire in freezing and/or snowy conditions can create additional difficulty for firefighters. Hoses and equipment can freeze and vehicles operating with chains on take longer to get around. While it may take longer to get to you we are coming if you need us. We do however ask the public to be even more careful than normal during inclement weather.
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