Orcas Fire and Rescue put out a fire at a Willis Lane dwelling. There were no injuries reported
By Kevin K. O’Brien, Fire Chief/CEO Orcas Island Fire and Rescue
On the morning of Friday, June 7 at approximately 3:16 a.m., twenty-five OIFR firefighters with ten response vehicles were dispatched to a home in the Willis Lane neighborhood near Obstruction Pass for the report of a house fire with explosions.
Arriving responders found the home to be fully involved in fire and quickly began fire suppression operations. The home was reported by the owner to be unoccupied.
There were no injuries to civilians or responders and damage was confined to the home and a detached carport.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the San Juan County Fire Marshal.
Orcas Island Fire and Rescue would like to convey a friendly reminder to make sure you have working smoke detectors and an escape plan should you have a fire in your home. Free smoke detectors are available at OIFR Station 21.
A hearty “Thank You” to our Volunteers and our Auxiliary Team for your excellent work!
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