Seattle Fire Crews Respond to Combustible Odor on 1st Ave

Firefighters systematically searched an apartment building after reports of a strange smoke smell.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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Seattle Fire crews responded to reports of a 'combustible odor' and 'light smoke' in an apartment building on the 2900 block of 1st Avenue on Saturday. Firefighters searched the building systematically to investigate the source of the odor and smoke, though details about any injuries, evacuations, or the cause were not immediately available.

Why it matters

Responding to unknown odors and light smoke is standard protocol for the Seattle Fire Department to protect residents and first responders. Past incidents along 1st Avenue, including an apartment fire in 2022, underscore the importance of taking these types of calls seriously.

The details

According to the Seattle Fire Department, crews on the scene reported a 'combustible odor' and were searching the apartment building in the 2900 block of 1st Avenue for any sign of an active fire. An earlier reply from the department noted 'light smoke' in the building as units arrived.

  • The incident occurred on Saturday, February 8, 2026.

The players

Seattle Fire Department

The fire department that responded to the reports of a combustible odor and light smoke in the apartment building.

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The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of the Seattle Fire Department's protocol to thoroughly investigate any reports of unknown odors or light smoke to ensure the safety of residents and first responders, even if the cause is not immediately clear.