PULLMAN, Wash. — Three Washington State University (WSU) students have been displaced following a house fire in College Hill.
According to a press release from the City of Pullman Fire Department, after reports of smoke and flames coming from the roof. According to fire crews neighbors had seen the flames and called 911, ensuring that the occupants had evacuated. The initial responding crews requested additional support, which was provided by Whitman County Rural District 12 and the Moscow Fire Department. Moscow Fire Department responded with an engine and ambulance, covering Pullman while also addressing a report of an outside fire on College Hill, which was found to be non-emergency.
Pullman Fire Chief Mike Heston reported that while there was water damage to the first-floor living area, there was no significant fire damage. Deputy Fire Marshal Adam Hoffman noted that residents and witnesses observed flames and smoke emerging from the rear of the house, particularly around the laundry room and bathroom. The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation, but officials suspect it may have been electrical.
No injuries were reported. Fire officials notified WSU Student Affairs, and staff arrived to assist the displaced students in finding alternative housing.
