"Massive 3-Alarm Fire Strikes Troubled Vacant Building in Seattle's First Hill"

A three-alarm fire engulfed a vacant apartment building in Seattle's First Hill, an incident that didn't surprise neighbors who had previously reported trespassing and small fires at the site. The building, which had been vacated after a fire in June 2022, was known to be a hazard, with neighbors expressing frustration over the lack of action to secure the site. Firefighters noted the possibility of people being inside during the fire, highlighting the risks associated with vacant buildings in the city.