West Benton Fire Rescue received a report of a house fire near 1469 Pr NW Road around 11 p.m. on Monday night. It sent firefighters to the area, where firefighters found a single story structure “fully involved.” Crews at the scene had to call for backup to help extinguish the fire and protect surrounding buildings, West Benton Fire Rescue said.

Firefighters worked throughout the night to fight the fire. West Benton firefighters received help from the Yakima County FIre District #5, Benton County Fire Protection District 2, the Benton County Sheriff’s Office and the Prosser Police Department.

West Benton Fire Rescue said the home will continue to smolder and smoke for “a couple of days.” The homeowner was able to exit the building before responders arrived and was brought to the hospital by a Prosser Ambulance for evaluation. No firefighters were injured.

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As chilly temperatures demand more from our heaters, the risk of related fires climbs. Space heaters, a common source of warmth, are notably the main cause of home heating equipment blazes, as per the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). From 2015 to 2019, these fires have been responsible for an average of 45,800 incidents annually, with 480 civilian deaths and 1,350 injuries to show for it, alongside a billowing cost of one billion dollars in property damage.

In the Washington State, home heating equipment fires accounted for at least 4 fatalities in 2024. This has prompted the State Fire Marshal’s Office to recommend safety measures to prevent such tragedies. Key advice includes having furnaces serviced yearly by professionals and keeping combustibles a safe distance from any heating sources. In case a gas leak is suspected, it’s crucial to vacate the premises immediately and call 911 once outside.

Focus on space heater safety is particularly sharp. The State Fire Marshal’s Office suggests only using models equipped with an automatic shut-off to prevent fire in the event they tip over. They advise homeowners to plug space heaters directly into wall outlets, steering clear of extension cords or power strips. Overloading a single outlet with multiple devices, especially when one is a space heater, can also lead to danger.

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Joint Base San Antonio (TX) operates five locations with nine fire stations and 54 vehicles, including a new Rosenbauer Panther 6×6 ARFF truck designed for enhanced firefighting capabilities.

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A Wentworth (NH) Fire Department pumper slid off an icy road into a ditch while leaving a truck fire scene. No injuries were reported, and minor damage occurred to the apparatus.

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E-ONE has delivered a multi-purpose attack vehicle (MPAV) and an industrial pumper (IP) to Aramco for operations in Saudi Arabia, completing a six-vehicle order.

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