The Dispatch — Thursday, October 15

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Thursday, October 15  ·  Daily Briefing

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Small Mattress Fire Extinguished

A small mattress fire was reported and has been fully extinguished. The fire is no longer a threat.

Possible Illegal Burn

A possible illegal burn was reported on North Regal Street and East Everett Avenue, with Spokane Engine 2 responding to the scene. The incid…

Vehicle Possibly Struck Debris on Hamilton

A black Ford passenger car is possibly struck debris in the roadway just east of Hamilton. The vehicle is currently holding on the shoulder.…

Vehicle Collision

A vehicle collision has occurred on East Appleway Avenue, requiring extrication efforts. Emergency responders, including Valley Ladder 10 an…

Vehicle Rollover on Halfway and Barker

A car was reported to be on its side at the intersection of Halfway and Barker.

Structure Fire

A structure fire has been reported on Palouse Highway, with Engine 81 responding to the scene. The fire is located at Channel City Primary, …

Vehicle Stop

A black sedan is being stopped by authorities in front of the Home Depot on N Nevada St. The reason for the stop is not specified. The incid…

Structure Fire at Channel Valley Primary

A structure fire has been reported at Channel Valley Primary, with Engine 84 responding to the scene. The fire is located at 12100 block of …

Structure Fire

A structure fire has been reported at the intersection of East Houston Avenue and North Helena Street, with Spokane Engine 18 responding. A …

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