Earlier this week, Portland Fire & Rescue dealt with a fire in a boarded-up residence located in Southeast Portland, an affair more common than one might expect in a city grappling with issues of housing and homelessness. The information about the incident was shared in a social media post where the department detailed the efforts of the firefighters upon their arrival at the scene.
According to the post, firefighters were already briefed about potential hazards due to previous familiarity with the structure. The quick response led to an expedient extinguishment of the flames. An extensive search confirmed that no individuals were inside the building, and fortunately, there were no injuries reported in connection with a incident.
