Klamath County Fire District 1 Responds To Monday Morning Structure Fire (Photo) - 05/11/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
KCFD1 Responds to Structure Fire on Arthur Street

Klamath County Fire District No. 1 (KCFD1) responded to a reported structure fire in the 1700 block of Arthur Street earlier today involving an abandoned residential structure.

A total of four engines, two ambulances, one Battalion Chief, and one Duty Officer responded to the incident. Klamath Falls Police Department and Klamath County Sheriff’s Office also assisted on scene.

Fire crews arrived to find smoke and fire coming from the vacant residence. Initial observations indicate the fire appeared to have started on the covered porch before extending into the attic space, causing extensive damage to the structure.

KCFD1 crews performed a rapid and coordinated fire attack, quickly locating the seat of the fire and preventing extension to neighboring homes and properties. Their aggressive interior operations and efficient scene coordination allowed the fire to be brought under control in a timely manner despite challenging conditions within the abandoned structure.

No civilian or firefighter injuries were reported.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation at this time. KCFD1 would like to thank the eyewitnesses who noticed the fire and immediately called 911, allowing crews to respond quickly and limit further spread.

KCFD1 also reminds the public that abandoned buildings can present significant safety hazards and encourages residents to report suspicious activity around vacant properties.