Columbia Incident
Incident Name: Columbia Incident
Date Reported: 12/21/2023
Time Reported: 0423
Incident Location: 900 Block of Columbia Ave Riverside, CA
Ward #: Ward 1 Edwards
Type of Incident: Exterior Structure Fire - Commercial
Incident Number: RIV #23-043361
Control Time: 0445
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Displaced Persons: 0
Loss: 10000
Save: 5,000,000
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Resources Assigned
Chief Officer(s): 1
Engine Companies: 3
Truck Companies: 1
Squad(s): 1
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Firefighter(s): 17
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Fire Investigator(s): 1
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Current Situation
On December 21st, 2023, The City of Riverside Fire Department responded to a structure fire reported near the 900 block of Columbia Ave. Fire department crews arrived on scene and found heavy black smoke coming from behind a large commercial warehouse. Upon further investigation the fire department personnel found a pile of tires burning up against the building. An aggressive attack was initiated, and the fire was contained to the building’s exterior. The interior and roof investigated and there were not any hazards identified. The cause of the fire is under investigation. There were not any civilian or firefighter injuries reported.
Assisting Aid Agencies
Incident Commander: Battalion Chief Mike Allen
Prepared By: Battalion Chief Mike Allen
Date / Time Posted: 12/21/2023 0600
Information Center: 951.826.5321
