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Wyoming residential house fire quickly contained, safety reminders given by fire department

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Firefighters quickly contained the fire, preventing damage to the entire structure (Courtesy, pxhere.com)


By Wyoming Fire Department

(Courtesy photo)

At approximately 7:00 a.m. on Jan. 25, the Wyoming Fire Department responded to a residential house fire in the 3500 block of Bluebird Avenue SW.

The first arriving fire units observed smoke coming from the home and they made entry. Firefighters quickly contained and extinguished the fire preventing it from fully spreading to the remainder of the structure.

Everyone was able to safely evacuate the home and there were no reported injuries to persons or pets.

The Wyoming Fire Department was notified of this fire emergency through the quick actions of homeowners who called 911. The Wyoming Fire Department received mutual aid from the Grandville Fire Department.

Safety reimnders

Residents are reminded to prioritize fire safety measures by ensuring your home is equipped with smoke detectors, have a fire escape plan, and avoid leaving cooking or burning candles unattended. Also, avoid overloading electrical outlets and regularly check and maintain your home heating system.

Anyone with additional information regarding this fire is asked to contact the Wyoming Fire Marshal’s Office at 616-257-9764.

Wyoming Fire Department responds to house fire

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The Wyoming Fire Department is investigating a residential house fire on Averill Avenue (Courtesy, pxhere.com)


By WKTV Staff

At approximately 11:45am, the Wyoming Fire Department responded to a residential house fire in the 5600 block of Averill Avenue.

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The first arriving fire units observed smoke coming from the home. The Wyoming Fire Department was able to contain and quickly extinguish the fire, preventing it from fully spreading to the remainder of the structure. There were no reported injuries to people or pets.

The Wyoming Fire Department was notified of this fire by observant neighbors and their quick call to 911 saved valuable time.

Residents are reminded to prioritize fire safety measures, including having working smoke alarms, developing well-rehearsed evacuation plans and meeting place, and also the education of everyone in the home how to dial 911 in an emergency.

Anyone with additional information regarding this fire is asked to contact the Wyoming Fire Department Fire Investigator at 616-257-9764.