Hotel / Restaurant, Restaurant

Los Alamos, NM – Sprinkler system activated for kitchen fire at restaurant; No injuries reported

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A fire broke out this morning in a kitchen shared by Los Alamos Cantina at 157 Central Park Square and the Pyramid Cafe at 155 Central Park Square. There were no injuries to firefighters on scene and the building was searched concurrent to fire control assignments and no occupants were found, the building was empty at the time.

Los Alamos Deputy Fire Chief Wendy Servey explained that at approximately 8:17 a.m. today the Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) responded to a report of a structure fire at 157 Central Park Square. A fire detection system had alerted dispatch and a sprinkler system activated prior to LAFD’s arrival, she said, adding that within 40 minutes crews had thoroughly ensured there was no fire extension into adjacent businesses or the attic/roof area and reported “loss stopped” as the situation was under control.

Deputy Chief Servey said that Engine Company crews from Station 6 and Station 1 quickly forced entry and contained the fire found in the kitchen area. Due to the quick and coordinated fire attack along with the sprinkler system the fire was quickly controlled with minor to moderate damage to the interior to include smoke damage throughout both businesses. Structural/foundations and roofs/attic spaces appear not to be compromised, she said. Units dispatched to the scene were Battalion 1, Engine 6, Medic 6, Engine 1, Truck 1, Medic 1 and Rescue 1.

The exact cause of the fire is under investigation by fire investigators from LAFD.

The Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce and the MainStreet programs are working with the owner and manager of these eateries to explore ways the community can support them during this difficult time. More information will be shared soon.

Government/Military, Other-Government/Military

Union, WV – Sprinkler system activated for fire at courthouse; No injuries reported

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The Monroe County Courthouse caught fire on Saturday, January 11, 2025.

A state worker noticed smoke emanating from the courthouse’s windows at 3:30 a.m. This state worker, in turn, notified local authorities. Local fire departments promptly responded to the call and saved the courthouse. However, there were still some damages inside the building, according to County Commissioner Kenny Mann.

“We have been working on redoing the courthouse due to problems – just an old building. We finally got grant money and the governor’s office helped. We were just a few months away from from having this project completed. This will be a setback, but no lives were lost and nobody was injured. That was the greatest thing,” said Commissioner Mann.

The fire broke out between the second and third floors of the courthouse, even affecting the new courtroom that was under construction.

The building’s sprinkler system may have aided firefighters in putting out the fire, but its activation did additional damage to the building.

Minor water damages have been reported around the courthouse, as well as the new courtroom’s insulation in the ceiling. No damages were reported in the Upper Record Room – which is home to the county’s “precious records”.

The water from the sprinklers did make its way to the downstairs record room, housing older records.

“There was some water damage to them. [ServPro] has a technique that they use to where they they freeze the records and their dry-out process puts them back to where almost original state,” said Commissioner Mann.

ServPro is aiding in cleanup at the courthouse, thanks to the County Commission gathering shortly after the fire and voting to declare a County State of Emergency. This declaration helped them get quicker help as they bypassed the bidding process required by law.

“[The] government will not shut down here. We just have to maybe relocate to other places on our complex here, too, for a few weeks,” clarified Commissioner Mann. “Rather than that, business will [go on] as usual. We just have to maybe relocate to other places on our complex for a few weeks.”

The fire is under investigation, as its cause remains unknown.

Apartment Building, Residential

Everett, WA – Sprinkler system controls overnight apartment fire; No injuries reported

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According to the Everett Fire Department, an early morning fire Thursday at the Station Place Apartments in Everett displaced seven residents but was quickly extinguished due to an effective sprinkler system.

The fire department responded to an automatic fire alarm at 3315 Broadway at 12:35 a.m.

After residents reported seeing smoke and flames from a third-story apartment, the call was upgraded to a commercial fire response.

Firefighters arriving on the scene found residents evacuating and a small kitchen fire in a third-floor unit.

The building’s sprinkler system was controlling the fire.

Crews stretched a hose line to the third floor while others assisted with the water supply and conducted searches of adjoining apartments and the building.

While no injuries were reported, the apartment where the fire originated sustained some fire and water damage.

At least two units on the second floor and a business space on the main floor also experienced water damage.

The fire was extinguished within 20 minutes of the first crew’s arrival due to the prompt action of firefighters and the sprinkler system, officials said.

Firefighters then spent several hours working on salvage and cleanup.

The Red Cross was contacted to assist the seven displaced residents.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

Nursing Home/Senior Living, Residential

Parma, OH – Sprinkler system controls fire at nursing home; No injuries reported

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A fire that broke out in the basement of a Parma nursing home on Monday was swiftly controlled by the facility’s sprinkler system before firefighters arrived. Around 5 p.m., the call prompted the Parma Fire Department to respond to reports of smoke and a possible fire at Parma Care Center, located at 5553 Broadview Road. Fortunately, the nursing home and rehabilitation center, with a capacity of 96 residents, did not have to face any injuries or displacement from the incident.

According to a statement from Fire Chief Mike Lasky, as reported by FOX8 News, the fire was quickly identified as in the basement and contained by the sprinklers installed within the building. Firefighters could fully extinguish the flames upon their arrival, preventing further damage. The efficiency of the fire suppression system was praised, with Lasky pointing out that this is a “great example of well maintained as well as regularly inspected fire suppression and alarm systems working properly to mitigate the risk of fire spread.”

The incident was a close call for residents and staff at Parma Care Center but served as a testament to the importance of proper fire safety measures. Details regarding the cause of the fire remain under investigation. Despite the limited scale of the fire, the quick reaction of the building’s safety systems and the prompt response from the local fire department ensured that the blaze did not escalate, as posted by the Parma Fire Department on their social media.

“No one was hurt or displaced by the fire,” reads the social media post by the Parma Fire Department, underscoring the incident’s fortunate conclusion. Further reporting from local news outlet FOX8 echoed this sentiment, highlighting that no firefighters or any of the facility’s 96 residents were injured during the blaze. As local authorities continue to investigate and pinpoint the exact cause of the fire, the community breathes a sigh of relief thanks to the effective deployment of safety measures that helped safely contain the potentially dangerous situation.

Apartment Building, Residential

Yorkville, IL – Sprinkler system extinguishes dryer fire at apartment complex; No injuries reported

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The Bristol Kendall Fire Protection District responded late Monday night to a dryer fire at an apartment complex in Yorkville.

No one was hurt, and the fire was extinguished by a sprinkler system before crews arrived. The incident occurred around 11:40 p.m.

All residents were able to evacuate safely.

Firefighters removed the dryer, checked for any additional fires, ventilated the building, and assisted an adjacent unit with water intrusion.

The cause of the fire is under investigation, but it was contained to the single dryer. Fire crews were on the scene for about two hours.

Food Processing, Manufacturing

Cudahy, WI – Sprinkler system contains fire at food processing plant

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A fire at Smithfield Foods’ legacy Patrick Cudahy plant in Cudahy, Wis., on Saturday, Jan. 4, resulted in one person being taken to a hospital and minor damage, according to local reports.

The fire department was called when smoke was discovered on the plant’s third and fourth floors Saturday morning. A sprinkler system contained the fire, and firefighters extinguished the fire after finding smoke coming from a piece of machinery on the fourth floor.

One person was taken to the hospital for smoke inhalation. Although the fire caused minor damage, the news reports said it had little impact on facility operations.

Adult Care/Rehab Center, Hospital/Care Facility

Parma, OH – Sprinkler system controls basement fire at rehab center; No injuries reported

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Fire broke out at a Parma nursing home and rehab center Monday afternoon.

Crews were called to the Parma Care Center on Broadview Road around 5 p.m.

When firefighters arrived they found a small fire in the basement that had been brought under control by the sprinkler system.

The fire was fully extinguished by Parma fire units.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

No firefighters or any of the facility’s 96 residents were injured during the blaze.

Apartment Building, Residential

Honolulu, HI – Sprinkler system activated for early morning structure fire; No injuries reported

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Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) crews responded to a structure fire early Monday morning at 60 North Nimitz Highway after a 911 call came in at 1:36 a.m.

Six fire units and about 26 personnel were on the scene, with the first crew arriving at 1:43 a.m.

When firefighters entered the apartment, they found that a sprinkler had already activated, keeping the fire contained to the kitchen.

Crews used a water extinguisher to fully put out the flames by 1:53 a.m.

After shutting off the sprinkler, they searched the apartment to make sure no one was inside.

The HFD’s Fire Investigator was called in to investigate.

Fire damage estimates have not been made.

HFD concluded operations with no reports of injuries.

Apartment Building, Residential

Gainesville, FL – Sprinkler system activated for 8th floor apartment fire; No injuries reported

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Firefighters put out apartment fire in Gainesville early Monday morning.

According to Gainesville Fire Rescue, firefighters responded to an apartment fire on the 8th floor at 931 West University Avenue. The sprinkler system was able to extinguish the fire quickly.

There were no injuries reported but several apartments suffered water damage.

The cause of the fire is under investigation, but the origin of the fire believed to be a vacuum cleaner in the laundry room.

Residential, Residential High Rise

Los Angeles, CA – Sprinkler system activated for dumpster fire in high-rise basement; No injuries reported

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Firefighters Sunday knocked down a dumpster fire in the basement of a 38-story high-rise in Westlake, which triggered alarm and fire sprinkler activations on multiple floors, authorities said.

Firefighters dispatched at 5:39 a.m. to 1100 W. Wilshire Blvd. had the fire out at 6:18 a.m., the Los Angeles Fire Department reported.

“Firefighters located a dumpster fire in the basement, which triggered fire sprinklers in a trash (chute) room on the 17th floor and is the source of the smoke,” said Margaret Stewart of the Los Angeles Fire Department.

“Firefighters will work with the building engineer to manipulate the HVAC system to fully ventilate the building and remove the smoke,” Stewart said. “Any occupants not already evacuated are being advised to shelter in place.”

Firefighters will continue to ascend the structure’s stairwell and check every floor to the top, to evaluate smoke conditions, Stewart said.

No injuries were reported.

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