Lawrenceburg Police assisted with evacuating hotel occupants, while fire crews extinguished the fire and ventilated the area. Investigators determined the blaze was caused by a pool heater pump catching fire. No injuries were reported, and guests were allowed to return to their rooms.
The department highlighted the incident as a clear example of the importance of maintaining fire alarm and sprinkler systems, which can alert occupants early and limit damage.
Crews battled a fire at a manufacturing company in Clinton Monday night.
Clinton firefighters responded to a fire at UFP Technologies in the 1500 block of Windsor Drive at about 10 p.m. Monday. When they arrived, crews found light smoke coming from a one-story commercial building that had already been evacuated.
Firefighters found a fire above some of the manufacturing equipment at ceiling level, which was being kept in check by the sprinkler system. Crews extinguished the remaining flames and ensured there were no other hazards, officials said.
No one was hurt and the cause of the fire is under investigation.
CFD said emergency personnel responded to a 911 call that came in shortly before an automatic alarm notification off off William E. Murray Boulevard in West Ashley just after midnight. Firefighters entered the first-floor apartment where the fire was reported, and found that the automatic fire sprinkler system had contained the blaze.
Fire marshals determined the fire started due to unattended cooking, damage was contained to the one unit, and no injuries were reported.
CFD said it is important to stay in the kitchen while frying, boiling, grilling, or broiling food, regularly check simmering, baking, or roasting food and remain home while food is cooking, and to keep combustibles away from the stove top.
The incident was initially dispatched around 9pm to the multi-story residential building on South Leisure World Boulevard. Upon arrival, firefighters located a fire on the second floor of the eight-story complex. Piringer reported at 10:42pm that the blaze had been contained by the residential sprinkler system, preventing it from spreading beyond the immediate area.
No injuries were reported at that time, though six adult residents from three apartments were displaced due to water damage created during the suppression effort. An update provided by Piringer at 11:38 p.m. revealed that the origin and cause of the fire was determined to be accidental, stemming from an unknown malfunction or failure of a cordless rechargeable vacuum.
One adult resident sustained minor burns while throwing a fire blanket over the flames and assisting in evacuating an elderly mother. Estimated damage from the incident is placed at $110,000, and a total of six people remain displaced across the three affected units.
Bend Fire & Rescue crews responded to the school around 9 p.m. after reports of a fire near the gymnasium. Firefighters found the sprinkler system already activated in the custodian’s workshop area, which helped stop the flames from spreading beyond the room, Deputy Fire Marshal Dan Derlacki said.
Investigators determined the fire started in a cabinet where a lithium battery had been stored. The blaze caused severe damage to the workshop.
Firefighters remained on scene for about an hour to clear smoke and water from the area. The principal of Miller Elementary and Bend-La Pine Schools staff assisted crews in damage control efforts.
Principal Jennifer Johnson said in an email to families Monday morning that “water on the gym floor and the custodial office is being cleaned up, and the custodial office sustained damage that will make it inoperable today.”
As a result, she said, school was canceled Monday “to continue clean-up and assess any further damage. Crews are working to ventilate the building using fans and blowers to reduce the odor.”
Johnson added, “Thank you for your understanding and patience.”
Later Monday, Bend-La Pine Schools spokesman Scott Maben told KTVZ News that families had just been informed the closure would last a second day, “as we complete the cleanup and air quality testing.”
The National Fire Protection Association reminds the public to store lithium batteries at room temperature and away from flammable materials, use only batteries and chargers designed for each specific device, and they warn the public not to keep charging the device or device battery after it is fully charged.
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.
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.
Collins Fire Department units responded at approximately 3:55 a.m. to a commercial fire alarm at 3450 Highway 49 Frontage Road, where smoke and water flow alarms had been triggered. Firefighters found moderate smoke inside the building and gained entry through the front door.
The fire was located in a display area near the floral section at the back of the store. The building’s fire sprinkler system had activated, helping to suppress the flames. Crews extinguished the fire, deactivated the sprinklers to limit water damage, and ventilated the building to remove remaining smoke.
Investigators determined the fire was accidental, caused by an electrical short in an extension cord used in a Christmas display. Only a small area was affected, and just two sprinkler heads activated.
Shirley’s management is working to clean up and restore the store, with plans to reopen early next week.
No injuries were reported. All building occupants were safely evacuated and the American Red Cross responded to the scene to assist individuals displaced by the incident.
The interior portions of the building (from the lobby to the 7th floor) will remain closed for clean-up and fire suppression system restoration. Limited business activity may occur at the street level businesses. It is advised to reach out to the specific business to determine if they are operational.
An investigation is under way to determine the cause of the fire. Fire personnel, investigators and restoration contractors will be working on scene.
City of La Grande Fire Department would like to express gratitude to our agency partners, for their invaluable response and assistance: La Grande Rural Fire Protetion District, Union Ambulance, La Grande Police Department, Oregon State Police, American Red Cross and the La Grande First Presbyterian Church. Over 25 individuals assisted with this incident; including on-duty, off-duty and volunteer personnel. Thank you all!
Chief Broadhead expressed pride in the department’s quick actions and thanked Vestavia Fire, Mountain Brook Fire, and RPS Ambulance for their support. “Our community is fortunate to have dedicated professionals who stand ready to protect and serve at any hour,” said Chief Broadhead.
