Shed Fire Quickly Stopped (Photo) - 05/05/26

Kelso, WA – Firefighters from Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue responded Tuesday evening at 5:10 to a shed on fire in the 1400 block of West Side Hwy. The homeowner reported his shed was on fire in his backyard, which was close to his home. Fire crews arrived and attacked the fire with multiple hose lines, having the fire under control within 9 minutes of arriving, stopping the fire spread. Crews remained on scene and checked for hot spots and extension into the ceiling of the thirty-by-10-foot shed. The cause of the fire is under investigation, but is believed to be accidental. No injuries were reported.