Historic Camp Long in West Seattle became the scene of a major fire yesterday evening, damaging the notable lodge within the 68-acre park. According to
KING 5
, the Seattle Fire Department responded with substantial force. The firefighters had to quickly adopt a defensive position due to a hole in the floor, ensuring no injuries occurred. The incident’s cause is currently under investigation.
Details of the firefighting efforts emerged as the
West Seattle Blog
reported, capturing photos and videos of the daunting task faced by the first responders. By 9:16 p.m., the West Seattle Blog had confirmed the fire was out, citing officials. Several fire crews stayed behind afterward to thoroughly monitor the scene and further assess damages.
The fire drew the attention of local residents, who expressed their attachment to the beloved Camp Long. “We love Camp Long. We’ve lived here for almost 25 years. We’ve spent a lot of time here with our dog and families and this is just heartbreaking to see this happening today,” Carrie Antezana, a nearby resident, told
KIRO 7
.
Updates will follow upon the conclusion of the Seattle Fire Department’s thorough analysis of the incident.
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