HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-02-27 - Shed Fire - 4400 Block of South 160th Street
Tukwila Fire Department
News Event for Immediate Release
FIRE IN TUKWILA
SUBJECT:
Date: Thursday, February 27, 2014
Time: 9:24 AM
This morning just before 6am, Tukwila Fire Department firefighters
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responded to a reported shed fire in the 4400 block of S.160 Street.
Tukwila was assisted by SeaTac/Kent Fire Departments.
First arriving unit reported a large column of smoke. Crews discovered two
sheds, approximately 20’ by 12’ fully involved in fire.
Firefighters from Tukwila and Kent did a quick and strategic attack on the
fire, putting a good stop on the fire, and keeping it from spreading to other
nearby structures, including two houses.
The property was occupied by two adults. One of the occupants suffered
minor burns to his hands as he attempted to put the fire out. Crews quickly
confirmed no one was in the shed. One dog was in one of the sheds, and
unfortunately was not able to get out. He expired on scene.
Investigators are on scene now investigating the cause of the fire. The exact
cause has not yet been determined.
Two sheds were involved. They and the contents are a total loss. Dollar loss
is still being figured.
With the exception of the burn injury to one of the occupants, no other
firefighters or civilians were injured.
If you need any further information regarding this incident you may reach
me, Battalion Chief Martin F. Grisham, PIO for Tukwila Fire Department.. I
can be reached at 206 971-8740.
If this news release reached you in error, please contact my
office at 206-971-8740 so we can correct the information in our
database.