Two people hospitalized following apartment fire in Bellingham

A fire at an apartment building in Bellingham, WA, resulted in two hospitalizations on Friday. The Bellingham Fire Department responded to the emergency call around 11 a. m. , discovering heavy flames on the first two floors of the multi-unit complex. A resident jumped from a second-story window and was transported to PeaceHealth St.

Joseph Medical Center, alongside another person at the scene. Firefighters successfully rescued another resident from a balcony, demonstrating rapid response capabilities. Crews extinguished the fire roughly 30 minutes after arriving. Investigators are currently examining the cause of the blaze, which raises concerns about fire safety in residential buildings. Bellingham's fire department emphasizes the importance of safety measures and preparedness in apartment complexes.

Local officials may consider reviewing fire safety regulations to prevent future incidents.