Story Published:
Sep 5, 2010 at 5:42 PM PST
KENNEWICK -- A Kennewick police officer severely burned while off-duty is now showing signs of improvement. Action News has learned officer Dale Kuehny is listed in serious condition at a Harborview Medical Center in Seattle.
Kuehny suffered burns on 20-percent of his body, including his neck, ears and hand.
Officer Kuehny was hurt last week while off-duty at home working on his car.
A fire started in the engine and burned him.
But fellow officers who spoke over speaker phone say he sounded in good spirits.
Action News also found out there's a way you can help the family.
US Bank has opened an account for anyone wishing to donate to the Kuehny family.