A series of arsons in South Seattle has triggered an alert from fire officials, who say businesses and residents should take steps to prevent more of the deliberately set fires.
At least eight of the arsons occurred Monday through Wednesday, and the majority of them were located along or near Rainier Avenue South.
The fires were either set in debris or in garbage or dumpster receptacles, and three of the eight were located at or in close proximity to construction sites.
The Seattle Fire Department has published an online interactive map with more details about the location, date and description of each fire. The map will be updated if there are more arsons.
The Seattle Police Department and Fire Department are investigating the crimes. Anyone with information is urged to contact SPD’s Arson and Bomb Squad.