Fire Investigations
April and May 2018
Date:
4/7/2018 8:47:22 PM
Address: 15981 Ames St. Oregon City, OR 97045
Investigator(s):
Amos
Type of Fire:
Outside gas or vapor combustion explosion
Fire Area of Origin:
Storage area, other
Fire Cause:
Unintentional
Estimated Dollar Loss:
$3,000
Investigator Narrative:
The fire was the result of a butane explosion associated with the manufacturing of butane hash oil. There were several injuries as a result of this fire, and Amos was assisted by OCPD and CCSO, due to the nature of the fire.
Date:
4/13/2018 10:31:09 AM
Address: 19712 S South End Rd. Oregon City, OR 97045
Investigator(s):
Amos
Type of Fire:
Building Fire
Fire Area of Origin:
Exterior balcony, unenclosed porch
Fire Cause:
Cause undetermined after investigation
Estimated Dollar Loss:
$274,288
Investigator Narrative:
The cause of this fire was undetermined, but several possible causes were identified.
Date:
4/13/2018 3:14:27 PM
Address: 15411 SE Linden Ln. Milwaukie, OR 97267
Investigator(s):
Liljefelt
Type of Fire:
Building Fire
Fire Area of Origin:
Common room, den, family room, living room, lounge
Fire Cause:
Cause under investigation
Estimated Dollar Loss:
$200,000
Investigator Narrative:
The resident was burning trash in the woodstove that contained aerosol cans. Cans exploded, breaking woodstove door open, causing the fire to spread to the living room and beyond.
Date:
4/23/2018 12:34:21 PM
Address: 2526 SE Harrison St. Milwaukie, OR 97222
Investigator(s):
Olson
Type of Fire:
Building Fire
Fire Area of Origin:
Courtyard, patio, porch, terrace
Fire Cause:
Unintentional
Estimated Dollar Loss:
$320,000
Investigator Narrative:
A fire started on the back deck which quickly spread into the apartment and into the attic space. The probable cause of the fire was a poorly discarded cigarette.
Date:
4/24/2018 2:34:00 PM
Address: 4957 SE Harrison St. Milwaukie, OR 97267
Investigator(s):
Stenhouse
Type of Fire:
Special outside fire, other
Fire Area of Origin:
Outside area, other
Fire Cause:
Cause undetermined after investigation
Estimated Dollar Loss:
$135,000
Investigator Narrative:
The fire occurred outside behind the residence involving a large quantity of stored household goods. Due to the location of these materials, the fire spread to the siding and roof materials. There were no ignition sources found in close proximity to where the fire occurred. One occupant was home and was alerted by the working smoke detector.
Date:
5/6/2018 5:32:33 PM
Address: 21605 S Beavercreek Rd. Oregon City, OR 97045
Investigator(s):
Dahlgren
Type of Fire:
Building Fire
Fire Area of Origin:
Undetermined
Fire Cause:
Cause undetermined after investigation
Estimated Dollar Loss:
$0
Investigator Narrative:
This fire started inside a detached structure housing an operating generator. The generator was in an enclosed room too close to combustibles.
Date:
5/18/2018 1:14:40 PM
Address: 15118 SE Dayspring Ln. Clackamas, OR 97015
Investigator(s):
Amos
Type of Fire:
Building Fire
Fire Area of Origin:
Laundry area, wash house (laundry)
Fire Cause:
Unintentional
Estimated Dollar Loss:
$110,000
Investigator Narrative:
The fire was caused by an electrical failure associated with the dryer in the home.
Date:
5/21/2018 5:55:46 PM
Address: 12500 SE Mt Scott Blvd. Happy Valley, OR 97086
Investigator(s):
Boumann
Type of Fire:
Building Fire
Fire Area of Origin:
Exterior balcony, unenclosed porch
Fire Cause:
Cause undetermined after investigation
Estimated Dollar Loss:
$750,000
Investigator Narrative:
The three-level single family home was built in 1993 and approximately 3,200 square feet. The investigation concluded that the fire started on the outside back lower patio. The fire extended into the home with
almost all portions sustaining major fire damage.
Date:
5/24/2018 10:24:49 AM
Address: 27233 SE 224 Hwy. Eagle Creek, OR 97022
Investigator(s):
Olson
Type of Fire:
Building Fire
Fire Area of Origin:
Undetermined
Fire Cause:
Unintentional
Estimated Dollar Loss:
$45,200
Investigator Narrative:
Approximately 60’ x 60’ automotive shop was heavily damaged by fire. An excavator was called to assist with fire suppression. The fire was classified as undetermined, due to the lack of information and extreme damage.
Date:
5/25/2018 11:52:29 AM
Address: 9055 SE Enoch Ct. Clackamas, OR 97015
Investigator(s):
Amos
Type of Fire:
Building Fire
Fire Area of Origin:
Storage area, other
Fire Cause:
Unintentional
Estimated Dollar Loss:
$10,500
Investigator Narrative:
The fire was caused by the improper use of an extension cord. The fire was initially reported by a customer at the neighboring business.
Date:
5/26/2018 1:17:09 AM
Address: 4136 SE King Rd. Milwaukie, OR 97222
Investigator(s):
Olson
Type of Fire:
Building Fire
Fire Area of Origin:
Exterior stairway, ramp, or fire escape
Fire Cause:
Unintentional
Estimated Dollar Loss:
$225,u000
Investigator Narrative:
The occupant stated seeing fire coming from the exterior patio. It was determined that a heat lamp too close to combustibles started the fire.
