Multiple homes burned in 3-alarm fire in Erlands Point, north of Bremerton – KIRO 7 News Seattle

Lina PortmanJune 7, 2024

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ERLANDS POINT, Wash. — Several homes were burned in a three-alarm fire that broke out just before noon in Erlands Point.

Central Kitsap fire crews were called to Erlands Beach Loop Northwest for smoke coming from a home. Once firefighters began arriving, the call was quickly upgraded to 2 alarms due to the danger to nearby structures.

The fire spread to a two car garage and the call was upgraded to 3 alarms. The fire then spread to a second home.

Firefighters inside the second home became trapped when the ceiling collapsed. A rescue warning was sounded, but fortunately the firefighters were able to free themselves and exit the house unharmed.

Firefighters call a mayday when a firefighter is trapped, injured or missing.

After that, firefighters launched a defensive attack against the fire. In a defensive attack, a fire is fought from outside the building, ensuring the safety of firefighters in the event of a dangerous fire.

The scene was made even more dangerous by the thick black smoke created by the fire. The smoke caused an air pollution problem and “non-extinguishing personnel” were moved away from the fire.

There was also a natural gas leak during the fire. Cascade Natural Gas crews were called to monitor the leak. It is unclear whether the leak may have caused the fire or whether it occurred after the fire started.

The fire also caused ecological concern, as there was a risk of runoff entering Dyes Inlet. Barriers called “pigs” were placed on the shore to prevent this. The Department of Ecology was notified as a precautionary measure.

Fortunately, no one was injured in the fire.

The Kitsap County Fire Marshal is investigating the cause of the fire.

In addition to Central Kitsap Fire and Rescue, units from Poulsbo Fire, Bremerton Fire, Navy Region Northwest, South Kitsap Fire & Rescue and the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office also responded.