Early-Morning RV Fire Displaces Sequim Resident

Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze, but the homeowner was left without shelter.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Firefighters in Sequim, Washington responded early Sunday morning to a report of a recreational vehicle on fire. The property owner, who was living in the 28-foot RV as their primary residence, was able to safely evacuate before crews arrived. Firefighters quickly knocked down the flames, but the homeowner was left displaced and the Red Cross has been contacted to provide temporary shelter.

Why it matters

RV fires can be particularly dangerous due to the compact living spaces and flammable materials. This incident highlights the risks faced by those using RVs as full-time residences, especially during the winter months when heating systems are in use. The quick response and containment of the fire likely prevented more extensive damage.

The details

Clallam County Fire District 3 crews were called to the 492 West Alder Street address at 3:11 a.m. after the property owner, who was living in the 28-foot Collins Fifth Wheel RV, woke up to intense heat inside the vehicle. Firefighters arrived to find smoke pushing from a roof vent over the bathroom area. When they opened the front door, flames vented through the roof. Crews were able to quickly knock down the fire using a handline.

  • Firefighters responded to the call at 3:11 a.m. on Sunday, February 16, 2026.

The players

Clallam County Fire District 3

The fire department that responded to the RV fire call and quickly extinguished the blaze.

The homeowner

The resident who was living in the 28-foot Collins Fifth Wheel RV as their primary residence and was able to safely evacuate before firefighters arrived.

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What’s next

The cause of the fire remains under investigation by fire officials.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the risks and challenges faced by those using RVs as full-time residences, especially during the winter months. The quick response and containment of the fire by firefighters likely prevented more extensive damage, but the homeowner was still left displaced and in need of temporary shelter provided by the Red Cross.