Residential Porch Fire at 1295 Southwest Cardinal Drive

Summary: A fire was reported on the back porch of a house at 1295 Southwest Cardinal Drive in Multnomah County, Oregon. Multiple fire units were dispatched, including several engines and trucks. Initial reports indicated the fire was spreading, but had not yet extended to the main structure. There was concern that the homeowner might be asleep inside. Upon arrival, crews found nothing showing and began investigating. The fire was later determined to be confined to an outside kitchen area and did not involve the house structure. Most units were released after the situation was contained.