Fire crews from Kent, Maple Valley and the Valley Regional Fire Authority responded to a two alarm apartment fire on the East Hill of Kent Tuesday evening.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Just before 8:30 p.m. neighbors reported smoke and flames coming from the second floor of the town home on the 100th block of SE 258 Place.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
On arrival fire crews reported a fully involved second story and immediately requested a second alarm be dispatched.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Crews were able to quickly contain the fire within the unit and thus damage to adjacent units was kept to a minimum. The apartment where the fire started suffered significant smoke, flame and water damage to the second floor and significant smoke and water damage to the first floor.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Fortunately the residents were able to escape quickly and were not injured. No firefighters suffered any injuries.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
The cause of the fire is not known at this time and is under investigation. The dollar loss has not been established.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
The Kent Fire Department reminds everyone that it is vital you practice fire safety as an individual and as a community. Make sure alarm systems, smoke detectors, carbon dioxide detectors, emergency lighting and portable fire extinguishers work. Keep halls, stairs and exits clear.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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