Firefighters successfully put out a blaze in the attic of a memory care facility located in Fort Collins.
Fire at Memory Care Facility in Fort Collins Contained
A fire broke out in the attic of a memory care facility located at 5050 South Lemay Avenue, Fort Collins, on Tuesday. The incident was responded to by the Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) firefighters.
Despite the hail and lightning storm that accompanied the fire, no injuries were reported during the evacuation or fire response. Thirty residents of the facility were safely evacuated by staff members.
The quick actions of staff and first responders were commended by the PFA for preventing further damage and ensuring the residents' safety during the storm. The incident commander highlighted the challenges presented by the facility's complex roof line and the continuing lightning storm during the response.
Ventilation was conducted in affected rooms of the facility, and firefighters searched the attic and confirmed that the fire had not spread to the walls or ceilings. The incident underscores the crucial role of emergency preparedness in ensuring the safety of seniors and residents in memory care facilities.
At the moment, no updates on the extent of the fire damage or the status of the fire investigation are available. A fire investigator is currently reviewing the cause of the fire, which remains under investigation.
The Poudre Fire Authority encourages residents to stay informed about public safety stories in Northern Colorado by visiting their website. The incident at the memory care facility serves as a reminder for Fort Collins residents about the importance of emergency preparedness in senior and memory care facilities.
It is worth noting that the small fire was contained to the peak of the attic, with most of the damage limited to the upper and exterior portions of the roof.
For updates on various public safety incidents occurring in the region, residents can visit the Poudre Fire Authority's website. The website provides regular updates on such incidents to keep the community informed.
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