Firefighters Respond to Garage Fire on Reid Road

A local resident, Jason Valkovich, was returning home Tuesday when he saw smoke and fire coming from the outer wall of a large garage, owned by on Reid Road NW.

According to Gig Harbor fire officials, Valkovich quickly alerted the three workers inside, who were unaware of the fire, and called 911 around 12:30 p.m.

By the time arrived, the fire was under control, and they were able to use a hand line to completely extinguish the smoldering wall.

Prior to their arrival, officials said the workers used a dry chemical fire extinguisher and a hose line to help contain the fire.

The workers, who have been preparing to remodel the garage, said they had been using the wood stove for about a week with no issues. The structure was built in the 50s, and officials believe the heat from the chimney started the fire.