SPOKANE – Firefighters were called to the scene of a house fire just before 3:00 a.m. Monday morning in the Spokane suburb of Millwood, in the 9800 block of East Dalton Ave. On Tuesday, investigators announced they had determined what caused the deadly fire.
A 7-year-old boy and a 9-year-old boy were pronounced dead at the fire scene. Two dogs were also lost.
“This morning is a tragedy for this family, for our community, and for our Firefighters,” said SVFD Fire Chief Frank Soto Jr. “It is times like this that remind us to cherish each moment we have with our loved ones. As we move into colder temperatures and the holidays, please be as safe as possible with electrical outlets, holiday decorations, space heaters, candles, anything that can start a fire. And, if a fire occurs, call 911 immediately so we can get there as quickly as possible.”
The children’s father and one firefighter were also injured and transported a hospital.
Investigators said Tuesday that the cause of the fire was improper disposal of cigarettes.
