Fire Destroys Camas Garage, Spreads to Brush; One Treated for Smoke Inhalation
A detached garage in Camas, Washington, was destroyed by fire on Monday afternoon. Firefighters responded to the blaze, which had spread to nearby brush. One person was treated for smoke inhalation at the scene. The fire is believed to have…
Portland, OR, August 11, 2026 —
A detached garage in Camas, Washington, was consumed by fire on Monday afternoon, with flames extending to adjacent brush.
Firefighters were dispatched to the scene to battle the blaze. Upon arrival, crews encountered a significant fire that had already caused the destruction of the garage structure.
The fire’s spread to nearby brush presented an additional challenge for responding units. Efforts were made to contain the fire and prevent further escalation.
During the incident, one individual received medical treatment at the scene for smoke inhalation. The extent of their injuries was not specified.
Authorities believe the fire’s origin can be attributed to the burning of trash. The exact circumstances leading to the trash fire are under investigation.
Further details regarding the timeline of the fire’s discovery, the total response, or the specific location within Camas were not immediately available.
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