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Apartment Fire Prompts Evacuation Assistance, No Injuries Reported

Firefighters extinguished a fire at the Sky View Apartments in Spokane on May 22, 2025, after residents reported black smoke. Two occupants required rescue due to heavy smoke but were evaluated and found stable with no injuries. The fire was caused accidentally by a stovetop left on with combustible materials.

Apartment Fire Prompts Evacuation Assistance, No Injuries Reported

Firefighters responded to a fire at Sky View Apartments in Spokane on May 22, 2025, rescuing two residents from heavy smoke. The fire, caused by a stovetop left on with combustible materials, was extinguished quickly, preventing further damage or displacement of residents.

Garbage and Recycling Collection Delayed Due to Memorial Day

Garbage, recycling, and yard waste services will be delayed by one day this week, with Friday pickups scheduled for Saturday due to the Memorial Day holiday. Residents should ensure their carts are out by 6 AM on collection days. The city provides additional information regarding closures.

News Releases for Friday, May 23, 2025

Flags will fly at half-staff on Memorial Day in Spokane. The City Council seeks applications to fill a vacancy in District 2, Position 2. Firefighters responded to an apartment fire at Sky View Apartments, ensuring no injuries were reported.

District 3 Weekly Newsletter Vol. 7

Garbage, recycling, and yard waste services in Spokane will be delayed a day this week due to the Memorial Day holiday, with Friday's pickups occurring on Saturday. Residents are advised to have their carts out by 6 AM on collection days. This change is part of the city's planned closures for the holiday.

Apartment Fire Prompts Evacuation Assistance, No Injuries Reported

Firefighters extinguished a fire at Sky View Apartments in Spokane on May 22, 2025, after residents reported black smoke. Two occupants required assistance due to heavy smoke but were evaluated and found stable with no injuries. The fire, caused by a stovetop with combustible materials, was contained to the unit undergoing renovation.

Flags To Be Lowered for Memorial Day

Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff on May 26 for Memorial Day, aligning with Governor Bob Ferguson's directive. Memorial Day honors those who died in military service, and residents are encouraged to participate by lowering flags at their homes or businesses.

Flags To Be Lowered for Memorial Day

Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at City facilities to be lowered to half-staff on May 26 for Memorial Day, aligning with Governor Bob Ferguson's directive. Memorial Day honors those who died while serving in the armed forces, and residents are encouraged to participate by lowering flags at their homes or businesses.

Apartment Fire Prompts Evacuation Assistance, No Injuries Reported

Firefighters responded to a fire at Sky View Apartments in Spokane on May 22, 2025, assisting two residents trapped by smoke. The accidental fire originated from a stovetop with combustible materials, but swift action prevented further damage, and no injuries were reported.

Flags To Be Lowered for Memorial Day

Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered all City flags to be lowered to half-staff on May 26 for Memorial Day, in line with Governor Bob Ferguson's directive. Memorial Day honors those who died in military service, and residents are encouraged to participate by lowering flags at their homes and businesses.

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