PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – A man died and two dogs were rescued from a house fire on Friday night, according to Dallas Fire and EMS.
The fire happened near the 400 block of SE LaCreole Drive. Fire crews responded just after 6 p.m.; firefighters on scene learned that one person was still inside the home.
Officials said crews were able to find the man inside, but he later died from his injuries. The fire department said that firefighters found two dogs in the home and got them out safely.
Firefighter respond to deadly house fire near SE LaCreole Drive Sept. 18, 2026 (Courtesy: Dallas Fire & EMS)
“Calls like this are never easy for our firefighters or our community. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the family of the victim during this incredibly difficult time,” the department said in a social media post.
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Firefighters on scene put out the fire. Officials said that the American Red Cross is helping two other residents of the home.
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