Vancouver, WA. — Official Release: Just before 3 AM on Friday morning the Vancouver Fire Department was dispatched to 4503 E 5th street for a structure fire. First arriving crews found heavy fire coming from a third story apartment and quickly requested a second alarm to bring additional resources to the scene.
Currently there are about 15 fire units operating on scene with approximately 33 personnel including firefighters from Clark County Fire District 6. The fire was under control in about 30 minutes. Unfortunately, one adult deceased victim was discovered during the operation.
The Vancouver Fire Dept Chaplain, Pete Schrater, is working on scene to assist Red Cross in providing aid to about 20 people who appear to be displaced out of 9 apartments. No further civilian or firefighter injuries were reported. The Vancouver Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the fire where fire crews are expected to be performing overhaul and extinguishing hot spots for several hours.
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