Clark County Fire District 6 Firefighters today battled a subborn house fire in the Felida area. Neighbors first saw flames coming from the back of a single story home on NW 38th Avenue. The homeowner was trying to extinguish flames at the rear of the house when first units arrived. The blaze had spread to the attic of the home, making the fire more difficult to fight.

Assisted by firefighters with Vancouver, crews were able to bring the fire under control in 25 minutes. 

In addidtion to four engines, one truck, one squad and one Battalion Chief, animal control was called to the home to manage a 60-70 pound African Cerval, who at this time appears to be unharmed, just a little freaked out. One firefighter was injured after the cat bit his fingers.  Since the fire is out the decision was made to close up the house until animal control and the homeowner can contain the big cat.

I don't have any images of the cat or the fire yet but if I do I'll send in a follow up news release. PIO is not on scene but is monitering.