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Vancouver, Washington
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Just before 9 a.m. this morning, crews responded to reports of a person who jumped into the Columbia River off the 205 bridge. Vancouver Fire Boat 1 and Port of Portland Rescue Boat 80 found and pulled the person out of the water at 9:15 a.m. (1 of 3)
CPR and advanced life support was initiated once on board. The unidentified patient was taken to Marine Park where an ambulance transported to Peace Health SW Hospital. (2 of 3)
This time of year can be particularly isolating. If you or someone you know is experiencing depression or thoughts of suicide, you’re not alone. Call the @988Lifeline for 24/7 help.
At 8:40 p.m. Oct. 8, crews responded to smoke near the Port of Vancouver. Firefighters found heavy smoke & flames in a large scrap metal pile at 900 Port Way. 40+ firefighters from VFD & CCFD6 worked overnight to contain the fire. 20 remain on scene this a.m. No injuries reported
Vancouver Fire crews hit the water this week for rescue swimmer training. This time, we had backup from Aqua Eye, a cutting-edge sonar device that helps our crews locate people beneath the surface up to 264 feet away. youtu.be/jWIEKRySnoA?si=haWe… via @YouTube
As we head into #MemorialDay weekend and warmer days ahead, remember: the Columbia River is still dangerously high and cold. Please wear a life jacket, avoid alcohol near water and keep an eye on kids and inexperienced swimmers.
Rescue crews train for summer rescue season at Columbia River youtu.be/jWIEKRySnoA?si=sfJL… via @YouTube
Just before 3 a.m. Friday, Vancouver Fire responded to a 3rd-floor apt fire at 4503 E 5th St.Fire under control in ~30 mins. Sadly, 1 adult was found deceased. ~20 people displaced. No other injuries. Fire Marshal investigating. Crews remain on scene.
RV fire in east Vancouver today🚨
This afternoon, firefighters responded to an RV fire at Vista Del Rio Mobile Home Park. One person suffered severe burns and was taken to the burn center at Legacy Emanuel. Please stay fire-aware, RV fires spread fast. 🔥
ALT Two firefighters battle an RV blaze in east Vancouver, Washington
ALT Firefighters work to stop a fire, the RV is destroyed
ALT Firefighter approaching burning RV in east Vancouver mobile home park
A firefighter and rescue swimmer deployed on Vancouver Fire Boat 1 today for a disturbance on the I5 bridge.
