Spokane: Early-Morning House Fire Damages Two Homes on East Sanson Avenue

June 9, 2026 ~ At 6:28 this morning, a house fire broke out at 623 East Sanson Ave in Spokane. According to Justin de Ruyter, the Spokane Fire PIO, the fire department received reports of occupants possibly being trapped inside. The Hillyard neighborhood's Engine 15 arrived on the scene within four minutes and discovered heavy flames at the back of the house, which had also spread to a neighboring residence.

Due to the severity of the fire and ongoing reports of people inside, additional resources were requested and a second alarm was sounded. Firefighters quickly deployed a hoseline to the backyard and found that most of the fire was on the exterior. Meanwhile, other crews entered the home to search for any victims.

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Fortunately, it was later confirmed that all occupants had safely evacuated before the firefighters' arrival. One adult even managed to escape through a small basement window that did not meet egress standards. The blaze was brought under control within ten minutes.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by both fire officials and the Spokane Police Department due to suspicious circumstances. Assistance was also provided by Spokane County Fire District 4. Thankfully, no injuries were reported in this incident. However, four adults have been displaced and are receiving assistance from the Red Cross.

Related photos have been released by authorities, showing the extent of damage caused by the fire. It serves as a reminder for everyone to always prioritize safety measures in their homes to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.

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