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Fireworks Spark Early Morning Tacoma House Fire
5 Jul
Summary
- A house fire erupted in Tacoma early Sunday morning.
- Improperly discarded fireworks in a garbage can ignited the blaze.
- Firefighters battled flames shooting from the home's garage.

A house fire broke out early on Sunday, July 5, 2026, in Tacoma. Fire crews were dispatched to the scene on 24th Street Northeast shortly after 2 a.m. Upon arrival, firefighters observed significant flames erupting from the home's garage.
The cause of the fire has been attributed to fireworks that were improperly disposed of in a nearby garbage can. Firefighters focused their efforts on containing the blaze, aiming to save the structure itself while simultaneously working to prevent its spread to neighboring residences.