The Crime in Washington 2022 Annual Report by the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs shows 1,531 arsons were reported in 2022, causing nearly $35 billion in property losses read more

Three homes were destroyed and three pets were killed in the mobile home park fire. read more

Cowlitz County firefighters responded to multiple trash fires outside of businesses in Kelso early Sunday morning. read more

Accelerant detection canines (ADC) are specially trained to assist during arson investigations. They help investigators identify the cause of a fire and collect evidence by detecting traces of accelerants, including commonly used substances such as gasoline, kerosene, and lighter fluid. read more

Firefighters and police in Bellevue said a domestic disturbance resulted in a large apartment fire Tuesday afternoon. The American Red Cross said 35 units were impacted by the fire and that its Disaster Action Team was assisting residents who were displaced. read more