City of Portland, OR
08/23/2026 | News release | Distributed by Public on 08/23/2026 12:04
PORTLAND FIREFIGHTER INJURED DURING HOUSE FIRE ON N MISSOURI AVENUE
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Portland Fire & Rescue crews responded at 7:03 p.m. to a residential structure fire on N Missouri Avenue. A Portland Fire & Rescue firefighter was transported to a nearby hospital with minor burn injuries sustained while battling the fire.
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August 23, 2026 9:41 am
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The firefighter was a member of an interior crew conducting fire attack when a window failed, resulting in a flashover-type event inside the home. The interior crew withdrew from the structure and conducted an accountability survey before re-entering the residence to successfully conduct fire suppression operations. The injured firefighter was evaluated at the hospital and has since been released.
There were no civilian victims reported as a result of the fire and the homeowner is receiving assistance from the American Red Cross. Responding units included Engines 24, 14, 13 and 1; Trucks 8, 13 and 2; and Squad 1.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
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