Lebanon Fire Responds To A Hidden Fire In A Kitchen Wall (Photo)
- 01/02/26
At 10:07 a.m. Jan. 2nd, 2026, Lebanon Fire District responded to a structure fire in the 200 block of W. Cedar Dr.
Upon arrival, the Incident Commander found light smoke coming from the eaves of the roof of a single-family residence. Two adults and two small children had already evacuated prior to firefighters’ arrival; however, an elderly female was still inside the home. Interior conditions were relatively free of smoke, allowing firefighters to quickly enter and safely escort her outside
While some firefighters located the fire inside a wall and worked on extinguishing it, others performed a thorough search for occupants of the building and pulled additional hoselines for protection. Further information revealed the fire had spread for some time, unnoticed into the attic space, where it burned through portions of the truss members. The occupants reported recent electrical issues, including half of the home losing power sometime the previous evening, which may be related. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Occupants were alerted by a burning smell and bubbling paint on the kitchen wall and promptly called 911. Their quick action helped keep the fire from growing larger, and all occupants were able to escape safely. No injuries were reported.
Firefighters remained on scene for approximately two hours to ensure the fire was fully contained and completely extinguished.
While Lebanon Fire District crews were committed to this incident, Albany Fire Department provided district coverage with an engine and medic unit.
Lebanon Fire District reminds the public to check smoke alarms at least every six months and ensure they are working properly. Early detection and quick reporting can save lives and limit damage.
Lebanon Fire Responds To A Hidden Fire In A Kitchen Wall (Photo)
- 01/02/26
At 10:07 a.m. Jan. 2nd, 2026, Lebanon Fire District responded to a structure fire in the 200 block of W. Cedar Dr.
Upon arrival, the Incident Commander found light smoke coming from the eaves of the roof of a single-family residence. Two adults and two small children had already evacuated prior to firefighters’ arrival; however, an elderly female was still inside the home. Interior conditions were relatively free of smoke, allowing firefighters to quickly enter and safely escort her outside
While some firefighters located the fire inside a wall and worked on extinguishing it, others performed a thorough search for occupants of the building and pulled additional hoselines for protection. Further information revealed the fire had spread for some time, unnoticed into the attic space, where it burned through portions of the truss members. The occupants reported recent electrical issues, including half of the home losing power sometime the previous evening, which may be related. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Occupants were alerted by a burning smell and bubbling paint on the kitchen wall and promptly called 911. Their quick action helped keep the fire from growing larger, and all occupants were able to escape safely. No injuries were reported.
Firefighters remained on scene for approximately two hours to ensure the fire was fully contained and completely extinguished.
While Lebanon Fire District crews were committed to this incident, Albany Fire Department provided district coverage with an engine and medic unit.
Lebanon Fire District reminds the public to check smoke alarms at least every six months and ensure they are working properly. Early detection and quick reporting can save lives and limit damage.
