Vancouver Fire Department Responds To Residential Structure Fire (Photo) - 08/15/26

VANCOUVER, Wash. — August 15, 2026 — Shortly after 2:30pm, Vancouver Fire Department crews responded today to a reported structure fire at a residence in the 16300 block of NE 99th Street after occupants reported smoke coming from an unknown location within the home. First-arriving firefighters determined that the fire was located in the basement. After confirming that all occupants had safely evacuated the residence, crews entered the structure and descended the basement stairs to locate and extinguish a fire in the laundry room. Basement fires can present additional hazards to firefighters because heat and smoke can travel up and out of the same stairwell that crews must use to access the basement. In this incident, firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the fire before it spread to the structural members of the home, limiting the extent of the damage. A total of four engines, two trucks, one squad, and two battalion chiefs responded to the incident. Eleven occupants have been displaced as a result of the fire. The American Red Cross is assisting the family with their immediate needs. The Vancouver Fire Department reminds residents that working smoke alarms save lives. Residents are encouraged to ensure smoke alarms are installed throughout their homes, tested regularly, and equipped with working batteries.

Detached Garage Destroyed In Northeast 28th Street Fire (Photo) - 08/10/26

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August 10, 2026

VANCOUVER, Wash. — At approximately 3:45 p.m. Monday, Vancouver Fire Department crews responded to a fire at 22217 NE 28th Street after several callers reported flames coming from a detached garage or shop.

Firefighters arrived to find the outbuilding fully engulfed in flames. The fire had also begun spreading to nearby brush, and an abandoned house stood approximately 20 feet away. Crews quickly brought the fire under control and prevented it from spreading to the house.

The vacant house was in severely deteriorated condition, including holes in the floors, making it unsafe for firefighters to enter. Crews searched the property from safe areas and confirmed that no one was inside the house or outbuilding.

One nearby resident was evaluated at the scene for possible smoke inhalation. The person did not require ambulance transportation. No other injuries were reported.

Preliminary information indicates the fire began after people staying on or frequenting the property burned trash in the lot. The flames then spread to the outbuilding. The Fire Marshal’s Office responded to investigate the incident and to determine the official cause.

Firefighters remained at the property to extinguish remaining hot spots and ensure the fire did not rekindle. The power company also responded and disconnected electricity to the affected outbuilding.

The Vancouver Fire Department wants to remind the public that outdoor burning can be extremely dangerous and can quickly lead to uncontrolled fires, especially during dry conditions. Residents are urged to properly dispose of waste and debris and to report any unsafe burning or abandoned structures that may pose a fire risk.

Residents are also encouraged to check current burn restrictions and air quality conditions before any outdoor burning activity. Burn bans and restrictions may be in effect depending on weather and fire danger levels. For the most up-to-date information, please consult the following agencies:

-Southwest Clean Air Agency (SWCAA): Responsible for air quality regulations, residential burning rules, and daily burn status updates. View the real-time status map at the SWCAA Interactive Burn Map or call 360-574-3058

-Clark County Fire Marshal’s Office: Issues and enforces local emergency and seasonal fire safety burn bans. Call 564-397-2186 or check updates through Clark County Community Development

MULTIPLE VEHICLES DAMAGED IN FIRE AT VANCOUVER CAR DEALERSHIP (Photo) - 08/10/26

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August 10, 2026

VANCOUVER, Wash. — At approximately 4:06 a.m. on Monday, August 10, 2026, the Vancouver Fire Department received multiple 911 calls reporting several vehicles on fire at the Alan Webb Chevrolet dealership.

Vancouver Fire Department units BC1, Truck 5, Engine 5, and Squad 5 were dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, crews found multiple vehicles actively burning in the dealership parking lot. 

Firefighters quickly established a water supply and used hose lines to bring the fire under control and extinguish remaining hot spots.

A total of 12 vehicles sustained varying levels of fire damage. No injuries were reported. The total financial loss is unknown at this point.

“Vehicle fires can spread very quickly, especially when multiple cars are parked close together,” said Vancouver Fire Department Public Information Officer Anthony West. “Crews from station 5 worked quickly to contain the fire and prevent further damage throughout the lot.”

The Vancouver Fire Marshal’s Office responded to the scene, along with the Vancouver Police Department’s Arson Unit, to assist with the investigation. This incident remains under active investigation. 

Brush Fire In Vancouver (Photo) - 07/31/26

Today just after noon on Friday afternoon, the Vancouver Fire Department and Clark County Fire District 6 were dispatched to a possible house fire at 5900 NE 6^th ave in Vancouver. The first fire engine arrived from CCFD 6 in less than 5 minutes and found a large grass and brush fire behind a home and asked for additional units. No homes were harmed although a storage shed and several tall bushes and trees were damaged. The fire required 14 fire apparatus with about 42 total firefighters as there were multiple different areas on fire. This fire was about a total of 600 feet x 400 feet with 3 simultaneous fires which required extinguishment from different angles. This fire also spread over the concrete wall and down towards I5. Traffic remained open on the freeway during fire operations. No injuries were reported and no one was displaced. The fire was under control in 15 minutes, and the cause of the fire is under investigation by the Clark County Fire Marshal’s office. You are encouraged to reach out to their office for possible causes of the fire.

Vancouver Fire Responds To Residential Structure Fire On E. 32nd Street (Photo) - 07/22/26

At approximately 2:36 p.m., Vancouver Fire responded to a reported structure fire at 815 E. 32nd St. Four engines, two ladder trucks, one squad, and two battalion chiefs were dispatched to the incident.

Fire crews arrived to find a residence with a working fire. Hose lines were quickly deployed, and firefighters brought the fire under control quickly and effectively. Crews then conducted overhaul operations to ensure all remaining hot spots were extinguished.

No firefighters were injured during the incident. Firefighters also safely located and rescued a cat from the home.

The family has been displaced as a result of the fire.

As temperatures rise and vegetation becomes drier, Vancouver Fire encourages residents to keep vegetation and other combustible materials away from homes and other structures whenever possible. Dry conditions can allow fires to spread quickly, and taking simple preventative measures can help reduce the risk of fire and protect lives and property.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.