Tacoma structural fire leaves resident with serious injuries and home at a total loss

A structural house fire in Tacoma that resulted in a person trapped inside was extinguished by Central Pierce Fire & Rescue Friday night, according to the department.

The fire occurred on the 15700 block of 82nd Avenue East in Tacoma and one person was pulled out of a window, according to Central Pierce Fire & Rescue. The person was transported to the hospital with serious injuries and their condition was unknown Saturday morning, said a public information officer with the department.

The home was reported a total loss and the cause of the fire is under investigation by the Pierce County Fire Marshal, according to the department.

This story was originally published March 22, 2025 at 10:14 AM.

Becca Most

The News Tribune

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Becca Most is a reporter covering Pierce County issues, including topics related to Tacoma, Lakewood, University Place, DuPont, Fife, Ruston, Fircrest, Steilacoom and unincorporated Pierce County. Originally from the Midwest, Becca previously wrote about city and social issues in Central Minnesota, Minneapolis and St. Paul. Her work has been recognized by Gannett and the USA Today Network, as well as the Minnesota Newspaper Association where she won first place in arts, government/public affairs and investigative reporting in 2023.  Support my work with a digital subscription