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Late last night the Vancouver Fire Department responded to a two-alarm fire in an apartment building at 900 SE Park Crest Drive in Vancouver, WA. Upon arrival, crews found heavy fire already showing from the structure. Initial crews moved quickly to evacuate residents and extinguish the blaze.
With a fast response and nearly 33 VFD units on scene, the fire was quickly extinguished at 23:21. No injuries were reported. The building was saved. Ten apartment units were not habitable. More than 25 people were displaced. VFD is working with the red cross to find shelter for the residents. The Vancouver Fire Marshal’s office is investigating.