Residential Fire In West Linn Remains Under Investigation; One Resident And Dog Missing (Photo)
- 07/30/26
West Linn, OR — Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue responded today to reports of a residential structure fire in the 3300 block of Quail Ridge Drive in West Linn. Initial reports indicated the homeowners had safely evacuated the residence, but one re-entered the home in an attempt to rescue a family dog.
The first arriving crews found a large residence with heavy fire involving the rear of the home, dense smoke pushing from the roof, and fire extending into the attic. The incident was immediately upgraded to a second alarm due to reports of a missing occupant and the large size of the home. Firefighters initiated an aggressive interior fire attack while simultaneously conducting a search for the reported occupant.
As fire conditions rapidly deteriorated and the structure became increasingly unstable, the search had to be suspended due to the imminent risk of structural collapse. Command transitioned operations to a defensive strategy, with firefighters attacking the fire from the exterior to protect personnel and limit further fire spread. Firefighters worked for nearly three hours to bring the fire under control.
At this time, one resident and one dog remain unaccounted for. Firefighters are conducting a systematic search of the structure as conditions allow, but their efforts continue to be hampered by extensive fire damage and collapse hazards.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
TVF&R was assisted on scene by Lake Oswego Fire Department, Clackamas Fire District, West Linn Police Department, and AMR.
Residential Fire In West Linn Remains Under Investigation; One Resident And Dog Missing (Photo)
- 07/30/26
West Linn, OR — Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue responded today to reports of a residential structure fire in the 3300 block of Quail Ridge Drive in West Linn. Initial reports indicated the homeowners had safely evacuated the residence, but one re-entered the home in an attempt to rescue a family dog.
The first arriving crews found a large residence with heavy fire involving the rear of the home, dense smoke pushing from the roof, and fire extending into the attic. The incident was immediately upgraded to a second alarm due to reports of a missing occupant and the large size of the home. Firefighters initiated an aggressive interior fire attack while simultaneously conducting a search for the reported occupant.
As fire conditions rapidly deteriorated and the structure became increasingly unstable, the search had to be suspended due to the imminent risk of structural collapse. Command transitioned operations to a defensive strategy, with firefighters attacking the fire from the exterior to protect personnel and limit further fire spread. Firefighters worked for nearly three hours to bring the fire under control.
At this time, one resident and one dog remain unaccounted for. Firefighters are conducting a systematic search of the structure as conditions allow, but their efforts continue to be hampered by extensive fire damage and collapse hazards.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
TVF&R was assisted on scene by Lake Oswego Fire Department, Clackamas Fire District, West Linn Police Department, and AMR.
Quick Fire Attack Limits Damage In Residential 2nd Floor Fire (Photo)
- 07/09/26
Beaverton, Ore. — Late Wednesday evening, Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue responded to reports of a residential structure fire in the area of SW 149th Avenue after multiple callers reported smoke and flames coming from a home.
While en route, dispatchers received updates that black smoke was coming from the windows above the garage with flames visible through the second-story windows and extending above the roof. The first report was that the home's occupant had safely evacuated.
The first arriving engine found heavy fire involving the second-story and attic spaces and immediately initiated an aggressive interior fire attack. Incident command was established, while additional crews established a water supply, searched the structure, and coordinated ventilation operations.
A primary search confirmed the home had been evacuated. During suppression efforts, firefighters received information suggesting a possible additional occupant, prompting an immediate secondary search. That search also confirmed no one remained inside the structure.
Firefighters quickly brought the fire under control, preventing further extension throughout the home. Crews remained on scene conducting overhaul, salvage operations, and assisting fire investigators.
No civilian or firefighter injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Quick Fire Attack Limits Damage In Residential 2nd Floor Fire (Photo)
- 07/09/26
Beaverton, Ore. — Late Wednesday evening, Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue responded to reports of a residential structure fire in the area of SW 149th Avenue after multiple callers reported smoke and flames coming from a home.
While en route, dispatchers received updates that black smoke was coming from the windows above the garage with flames visible through the second-story windows and extending above the roof. The first report was that the home's occupant had safely evacuated.
The first arriving engine found heavy fire involving the second-story and attic spaces and immediately initiated an aggressive interior fire attack. Incident command was established, while additional crews established a water supply, searched the structure, and coordinated ventilation operations.
A primary search confirmed the home had been evacuated. During suppression efforts, firefighters received information suggesting a possible additional occupant, prompting an immediate secondary search. That search also confirmed no one remained inside the structure.
Firefighters quickly brought the fire under control, preventing further extension throughout the home. Crews remained on scene conducting overhaul, salvage operations, and assisting fire investigators.
No civilian or firefighter injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
