Chilliwack Fire Crews Attend Residential Structure Fire

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 18, 2021

Chilliwack Fire Crews Attend Residential Structure Fire

On June 17th at around 7:45pm the Chilliwack Fire Department was dispatched to a reported house fire in the 3900 block of Boundary Rd.

Approximately 30 Firefighters responded from Halls 1, 3, 4 and 6 and upon arriving on scene, observed heavy, black smoke and flame coming from a large residential structure. Crews quickly secured a water supply from a nearby hydrant and deployed multiple hose streams to combat the quickly spreading fire. Crews were challenged by high ambient air temperatures and a stubborn, deep-seated fire in the attic space of the home.

The home did suffer fire, smoke and water damage. All occupants were able to safely exit and fire crews successfully rescued a pet turtle from the home and returned it to its owner.

The Chilliwack Salvation Army provided nourishment to fire crews and the Chilliwack Emergency Support Services Team attended the scene and provided immediate unmet needs to displaced occupants.

This fire is currently under investigation by Chilliwack Fire Officials.

There were no civilian or firefighter injuries reported.