On Saturday afternoon, firefighters faced a significant blaze at the Red Lion Hotel in Kelso, Washington. The fire was reported around 1:39 p.m. at 510 Kelso Drive.
Emergency Response to the Red Lion Hotel Fire
Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue was the first to respond after receiving a fire alarm. Upon arrival, they detected visible smoke emanating from the front of the hotel.
Evacuation and Fire Suppression Efforts
Firefighters quickly evacuated all guests and staff from the premises. Suppression efforts were initiated immediately. Notably, no injuries were reported during the incident.
Resources Deployed to the Scene
The response involved a substantial deployment of resources:
- Six fire engines
- Three ladder trucks
- One water tender
- Five chief officers overseeing operations
Multiple fire departments collaborated to tackle the blaze, including:
- Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue
- Longview Fire Department
- Clark Cowlitz Fire & Rescue
- Columbia River Fire & Rescue
- Cowlitz County Fire District 6 (Castle Rock)
- Cowlitz County Fire District 5 (Kalama)
- Lewis County Fire
Additional Support on Site
In addition to fire personnel, various agencies lent support, including Kelso Police, Cowlitz County Public Works, and Cowlitz County Public Utilities.
Status of the Fire Investigation
As of now, the cause of the fire remains undetermined. Investigations are underway to ascertain what led to this incident.
The Red Lion Hotel fire highlights the importance of prompt emergency responses and community cooperation during such critical situations.
