This incident is under control.
A small fire in the kitchen was extinguished by a sprinkler system.
The one involved unit sustained smoke and water damage.
There are no reported injuries.
Moscow, ID – Sprinkler system activated for lithium-ion battery fire at apartment complex
Firefighters were dispatched at 9:44 p.m. on November 24 to 436 North Main Street after reports of smoke and an activated sprinkler system inside an upstairs unit. The first engine arrived in under four minutes.
Although no smoke was visible from outside, crews found moderate smoke conditions throughout the apartment. Firefighters shut down the sprinkler system, cleared smoke from the building, and removed water affecting both the second-floor apartments and the commercial space below.
No one was home in the affected apartment at the time of the fire. According to the department, working smoke alarms alerted neighbors, and the building’s fire sprinkler system significantly reduced the extent of the damage.
An investigation determined the fire was caused by the thermal runaway of a portable lithium battery device.
Albuquerque, NM – Sprinkler system activated for fire at Crowne Plaza Hotel
Prior to AFR’s arrival, the building’s fire alarm system activated, and a single fire sprinkler head had already discharged. Fire crews brought the incident under control within 18 minutes. Fire damage was contained primarily to one hotel room, though the second floor was evacuated for the evening due to water damage.
One civilian was treated on scene for smoke inhalation and did not require transport. No firefighters were reportedly injured.
Two occupants from the affected room were relocated to another room within the hotel with assistance from management.
AFR Fire Investigators remained on scene to determine the fire’s cause and origin. However, the cause has not yet been determined.
Cobb County, GA – Kitchen fire at restaurant contained by sprinkler system; No injuries reported
What we know:
According to the fire department, the fire triggered the sprinkler system, which prevented it from spreading outside the kitchen area.
Fire crews finished extinguishing the fire and checked to make sure it had not spread.
What they’re saying:
Superica Battery will be temporarily closed due to the fire, according to a spokesperson for the restaurant.
They also said they are “thankful for the swift action of first responders and relieved no guests or team members were harmed.”
They said the restaurant “will reopen and welcome back guests after a little refresh.”
At this time, it is not know exactly when that will take place.
There are several Superica restaurants in the metro Atlanta area. They are known for their multiple Tex-Mex dishes, lunch specials and holiday celebrations.
Richmond Heights, MO – Sprinkler system activated for single unit apartment fire
The fire happened around 2:30 p.m. at The Arrive Brentwood complex, located along Eager Road just south of Interstate 64.
According to Richmond Heights Fire Department spokesman, the sprinkler system was activated in the building and firefighters quickly extinguished the small fire.
There was some smoke and water damage to approximately 30 units. The people in those units had to find housing with friends or go to hotels.
Odenton, MD – Fire at Domino’s Pizza distribution center contained by sprinkler system; No injuries reported
A two-alarm fire broke out at the Domino’s Pizza distribution center in Odenton on Sunday.
About 100 firefighters responded from all over the County including in Odenton, Maryland City, Harmans-Dorsey, Jessup, Glen Burnie, Waugh Chapel, and Severn.
Officials say the fire started in a flour silo which is located in the 8200 block of Anderson Court.
The facility sprinkler system helped contain the flames, allowing crews to control the scene within 30 minutes.
There were no reported injuries.
Nashua, NH – Sprinkler system activated for fire at 8-story apartment building
Crews conducted evacuations below the fire floor and displaced occupants were sheltered at 57 Tyler St. Emergency Management and Red Cross worked with the occupants to find accommodations for those residents that were displaced.
There was water damage to 14 units and approximately 30 occupants were displaced. The structure sustained fire damage in the 4th floor hallway of the building.
The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Nashua Fire Marshall’s Office. Mutual aid to the scene: None
Hagerstown, MD – Hotel fire extinguished by sprinkler system before fire crew arrived; No injuries reported
The fire originated in room 116 on the first floor of the five-story extended-stay hotel. Preliminary investigations indicate that the cause was accidental, stemming from combustibles being stacked on top of a two-burner stovetop. This room was reportedly being utilized for storing materials during a kitchen remodel. It is believed that a box was inadvertently placed on the stovetop, and the right burner knob was accidentally turned on during the process. The heat from the active burner ignited the stacked boxes, leading to the fire. The estimated damage to the structure is $1,500, with an additional $500 in damage to the contents. The hotel is equipped with both smoke alarms and a fire alarm system, which were present and activated, with the sprinkler system playing a crucial role in suppressing the blaze. Twenty-five firefighters responded to the one-alarm incident.
This incident highlights the importance of maintaining awareness and caution when storing materials, especially in areas with potential ignition sources, even during renovations. Residents are reminded to ensure that all appliances are turned off and safely clear of any stored items, particularly combustible materials.
Highland Park, IL – House fire controlled by sprinkler system
The Highland Park Fire Department and Highland Park Police Department responded around 11:30 a.m. Monday to the 2000 block of Skyelar Court in Highland Park for a fire alarm activation.
A 911 caller then reported there was a fire in the home, according to Highland Park Fire Chief Joe Schrage.
The incident was upgraded to a Confirmed Fire response to bring in multiple area fire departments.
Firefighters entered the home and found fire in the basement of a two-story, single-family residence.
Schrage said residents and workers were in the home when the fire started and the workers tried to extinguish the fire.
A van belonging to Village Plumbing & Sewer Service Inc., based in Glenview, was parked outside the home.
The home is equipped with a sprinkler system and one of the sprinkler heads activated, further controlling the fire.
Firefighters pulled a hose line and fully extinguished the fire, Schrage said. Incoming assisting fire departments, besides the Glencoe Fire Department, were canceled.
The home remained habitable and the damage was contained to the basement, Schrage said.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Highland Park Fire Department but is not considered suspicious in nature.
Shreveport, LA – Sprinkler system activated for fire at local business; No injuries reported
In total, 15 fire units with around 45 dedicated firefighters responded to the incident in the 7400 block of Youree Drive on Wednesday evening.
SFD says they arrived on the scene within five minutes and quickly observed heavy smoke billowing from the top of the building.
A representative with the department says it was a coordinated effort to extinguish the fire, with emergency responders working to ensure the safety of patrons and staff by evacuating individuals from the premises while others entered the building to combat the flames.
Additional fire crews were deployed to the rooftop to assist in battling the fire.
Fortunately, the building’s sprinkler system activated, helping to mitigate the spread of the fire.
There were no reported injuries among firefighters or civilians at the site.