Upon arrival, Aberdeen Fire Rescue observed hotel guests evacuating the building, assisted by Aberdeen Police Department officers. Evacuated guests reported encountering smoke in the second-floor hallway. Due to cold conditions, evacuees were temporarily sheltered in the nearby Holiday Inn Express lobby until the situation was stabilized.
Fire crews quickly located the source of the fire in room 227. They found moderate smoke and heard water flowing inside the room. Upon entry, they discovered the remnants of a small fire that the fire sprinkler system had effectively controlled and extinguished. The room suffered smoke and moderate fire damage.
Firefighters ventilated the second floor, and guests were allowed to return to their rooms once the area was deemed safe. The fire crews were on the scene for approximately 1.5 hours, ensuring the building’s safety and managing the situation effectively.
Responding units from Aberdeen Fire Rescue included Battalion Chief Roemmich, Truck 1, Rescue 2, Rescue 3, Command 1, Medic 1, Medic 3, and the Fire Rescue Prevention/Investigation Division. The Aberdeen Police Department also played a crucial role in the evacuation and safety procedures.
