Vancouver, WA. — At approximately 11:16 p.m. on Dec. 28, 2025, the Vancouver Fire Department responded to a reported apartment fire at the Alder Creek Apartments on Northeast 49th Street.
Fire crews arrived to find light smoke coming from a small, two-story apartment building. Firefighters quickly located the fire on the second floor and extinguished it, preventing the blaze from spreading to neighboring units. The fire was brought under control rapidly, and crews remained on scene for approximately two hours to complete overhaul, safety checks, and investigation activities.
A total of 14 fire apparatus and 40 fire personnel responded to the incident. No residents or firefighters were injured.
One resident was displaced due to fire damage. The American Red Cross and the Trauma Intervention Team were contacted to assist with temporary housing and support services.
During fire operations, two dogs were removed from the affected apartment. Firefighters immediately attempted lifesaving measures; however, the dogs did not survive. A local animal organization was contacted to assist.
Crews conducted thorough searches of the building to ensure all occupants were safely evacuated and checked nearby apartments for fire extension, which was not found. Clark Public Utilities responded to disconnect power to affected units. A fire investigator remains on scene to determine the cause and extent of the fire, which is still under investigation.
The Vancouver Fire Department thanked residents for their cooperation and reminded the public of the importance of working smoke alarms and having an emergency escape plan.
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