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Firefighters rescued an unconscious man from a duplex fire in Spokane, transporting him to the hospital in critical condition. The fire, reported at 10:39 a.m., caused extensive damage, leaving the structure uninhabitable. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Firefighters rescued an unconscious man from a house fire in Spokane on Monday, transporting him to the hospital in critical condition. The fire, reported at 804 South Sherman Street, caused extensive damage to the duplex, rendering it uninhabitable. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Spokane Fire Chief Julie O’Berg plans to retire on October 6 after nearly 40 years in the fire service. Mayor Lisa Brown appointed Assistant Chief Tom Williams as her successor, effective October 7, ensuring a seamless leadership transition. O’Berg has been a trailblazer, becoming the first woman to lead the department.
Firefighters rescued an unconscious man from a duplex fire in Spokane on August 25, 2025. The victim was transported to a hospital in critical condition, and the fire caused extensive damage, rendering the building uninhabitable. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Spokane Fire Chief Julie O’Berg announced her retirement after 36 years in the fire service, effective October 6. Mayor Lisa Brown appointed Assistant Chief Tom Williams as her successor, who will assume the role on October 7. O’Berg's leadership has shaped the department significantly during her tenure.
Spokane Fire Chief Julie O’Berg will retire on October 6 after nearly 40 years in the fire service. Mayor Lisa Brown appointed Assistant Chief Tom Williams as her successor, effective October 7, ensuring continuity in leadership. O’Berg has been a trailblazer in her role, becoming the first woman to lead the Spokane Fire Department.
Firefighters rescued an unconscious man from a house fire in Spokane on August 25, 2025. The blaze erupted at a duplex on South Sherman Street, with flames spreading to the second floor and attic. The victim was transported to Sacred Heart Medical Center in critical condition.
Spokane Fire Chief Julie O’Berg will retire in October after 36 years in the fire service. Mayor Lisa Brown appointed Assistant Chief Tom Williams as her successor, effective October 7. O’Berg, the first woman to lead the department, expressed gratitude for her time in service and confidence in Williams' leadership.
Firefighters rescued an unconscious man from a house fire in Spokane on Monday morning. They transported him to Sacred Heart Medical Center in critical condition after battling the blaze for 20 minutes. The fire caused extensive damage, rendering the duplex uninhabitable.
Firefighters rescued an unconscious man from a burning duplex in Spokane on August 25, 2025. The resident was transported to Sacred Heart Medical Center in critical condition after being trapped inside the structure. The cause of the fire is under investigation, with damages rendering the home uninhabitable.