Washington
Two children sent to hospital in ‘serious condition’ after Lakewood fire
Firefighters with West Pierce Fire and Rescue are fighting an apartment fire in Lakewood.
Firefighters say they found two children when they entered the apartment.
They were rescued and taken to the hospital in serious condition.
An adult was also found in the building.
Officials say the fire in the 14400 block of Washington Avenue Southwest is now under control.
Firefighters arrived to find 2 children in the apartment. They entered the structure and quickly rescued them both. They were transported to an area hospital in serious condition. An additional adult patient was also transported to an area hospital. Fire is under control.
— West Pierce Fire & Rescue (@WestPierce) December 13, 2023
