UPDATE: Illegal fireworks spark structure fire in northwest Redmond
(Update: fire was caused by illegal fireworks)
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Redmond Fire & Rescue crews responded to a structure fire Sunday evening in northwest Redmond, where investigators say illegal fireworks sparked the blaze.
Firefighters were alerted around 7:30 p.m. to a possible fire near NW 4th Street and NW Hemlock Court. When crews arrived, they found a single-story manufactured home with heavy flames coming from the front of the structure, with the fire threatening nearby homes.
Crews quickly deployed hoselines and were able to keep the fire contained to the one residence, preventing it from spreading further.
According to fire officials, no one was living in the home, which was being used for storage. Due to the large amount of stored items inside, crews were limited to fighting the fire from the outside because of safety concerns.
A fire investigator determined the fire was caused by illegal fireworks that ignited nearby dry vegetation. The flames then spread to a wooden fence before reaching the home.
Redmond Fire & Rescue reminds the public that all fireworks—legal or illegal—are prohibited within Redmond city limits, and individuals may be held liable for any damage caused.
Multiple agencies assisted at the scene, including Bend Fire & Rescue, Cloverdale Rural Fire Protection District, and Redmond Police.
Reported: July 5th; 8:30 pm
Redmond Fire & Rescue crews are responding to a reported structure fire Sunday evening in northwest Redmond.
According to a social media post from the agency made about 12 minutes ago, firefighters are on scene near NW 4th Street and NW Hemlock Court. Details about the extent of the fire, potential injuries, or what may have caused it have not yet been released.
KTVZ News is working to gather more information and confirm additional details from fire officials. This is a developing situation, and crews remain actively on scene.
We will continue to update this story as more information becomes available and keep viewers informed both on air and online.
