— from Marla Johns for Orcas Fire & Rescue —

UPDATE: December 18, 2017, 10 p.m. Orcas Island Fire crews remain on scene of an earlier structure fire in the 100 block of Beachhaven Road for mop up and overhaul of the fire scene. The building suffered extensive internal damage; but crews were able to contain the fire to the one building on the property. There were no injuries reported to civilian or fire crews.

Beachhaven Structure Fire: December 18, 2017. 4:55 p.m. Orcas Island Fire crews are on scene of an active structure fire in the 100 block of Beach Haven Road. At this time there are no injuries reported and the fire is contained to the structure.

Please remember to stay clear of the area to allow crews to have access to the fire scene. Further information will be provided when available.

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