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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. O’Berg's leadership has significantly impacted the Spokane Fire Department, marking a historic tenure as the first female chief.
Firefighters rescued an unconscious man from a house fire in Spokane, transporting him to the hospital in critical condition. The fire, reported at 804 South Sherman Street, escalated to a second alarm as crews battled flames spreading from the first floor to the attic. The cause of the fire is under investigation, and the structure is deemed uninhabitable.
Firefighters rescued an unconscious man from a house fire in Spokane on August 25, 2025. The victim was transported to Sacred Heart Medical Center in critical condition after the fire was brought under control within 20 minutes. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, with the structure deemed uninhabitable.
Firefighters rescued an unconscious man from a house fire in Spokane on August 25, 2025. The victim, trapped inside a duplex, was transported to Sacred Heart Medical Center in critical condition. The fire caused extensive damage, rendering the residence uninhabitable.
Spokane Fire Chief Julie O’Berg will retire in October after nearly 40 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 Spokane Fire Department, has had a significant impact on the department during her tenure.
Spokane Fire Chief Julie O’Berg plans to retire in October after nearly four decades in the fire service. Mayor Lisa Brown appointed Assistant Chief Tom Williams as her successor, effective October 7, ensuring a seamless leadership transition.
Firefighters rescued an unconscious man from a house fire on South Sherman Street in Spokane on Monday. The victim was transported in critical condition to a local hospital, while firefighters contained the blaze within 20 minutes. The fire's cause is under investigation, and the damage rendered the duplex uninhabitable.
The Spokane Police Department seeks public assistance to locate a missing endangered adult. In a separate incident, firefighters responded to a warehouse fire in the East Central Neighborhood, which was reported due to multiple sightings of black smoke.
The Spokane Police Department seeks public assistance in locating a missing adult, identified as endangered. Additionally, firefighters responded to a warehouse fire in the East Central Neighborhood following multiple reports of black smoke.
The Spokane Police Department seeks community assistance in locating a missing endangered adult. Additionally, firefighters responded to a warehouse fire in the East Central neighborhood following multiple reports of black smoke. Citizens without water service during the extreme heat are advised to contact local authorities.