FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 19th, 2024

At approximately 2:45 AM on December 18th, the Chilliwack Fire Department responded to reports of a vehicle fire in the 4600 block of Yale Road. Upon arrival, firefighters found the fire had spread to a carport and a nearby vehicle.

Thanks to the quick action of bystanders who promptly alerted the fire department, crews from Hall 1 and Hall 4 were able to aggressively knock down the flames, preventing further damage and eliminating the need to escalate to a first alarm structure fire. No injuries to the public or firefighters were reported.

The RCMP, with assistance from the Chilliwack Fire Department, is currently investigating the fire. Anyone with information is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Filed under: Carport Fire, CFD, Chilliwack, Chilliwack Fire Department, fire, Investigate, investigation, vehicle, Vehicle Fire