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The cause remains under investigation by Yakama Tribal Police and investigators from the federal office of ATF.

No injuries were reported. No one was home a the time of the fire.

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He says however the fire hasn't slowed down the business. He says they're open Today using an office just down the street from their original office in the 100 block of South 3rd Avenue in Yakima.

The Yakima Fire Department installs smoke alarms free of charge in homes of residents who can't physically or financially do so for themselves. Call the department for more information at 575-6060.

Yakima County Coroner Jim Curtice says an autopsy determined Leighty died from smoke inhalation.

Firefighters say it's that time of year when they see a lot of fires caused by space heaters. They warn never to place curtains, bedding or clothes to close to the heater and they say many of the heaters have old cords that can cause a fire.

Gold Creek has started a GoFundMe page with a goal of raising $100,000. The money will be used to help get the business back up and running and also help support employees who are out of a job.

Janet Pierce says state officials were predicting a hot, dry and busy fire season -- one for which they had prepared by stationing resources in areas like Yakima to make sure they could respond in a timely manner and gain control.

Pfaff says check your smoke alarms on a regular basis because they save lives.