Press release from Humboldt Bay Fire:

At approximately 1:18 am on Friday, September 6th, Humboldt Bay Fire (HBF) was dispatched to a reported structure fire on the 700 block of Burrill St. Several reporting parties stated flames and smoke were visible from a residence at that location. HBF responded with a full first alarm assignment consisting of three fire engines, one ladder truck, and a Battalion Chief.

Engine 8113 arrived on scene first due and reported heavy fire and smoke showing from the garage of a single-story residential structure. E8113 established a water supply and began attacking the fire. Additional units arrived on scene and confirmed that everyone was out of the structure. Fire control was achieved in approximately 10 minutes. At the time of the fire the structure was occupied by three people. All were able to exit the structure on their own, but one did suffer smoke inhalation that required transport via ambulance to St. Joseph’s Hospital.

The pre-fire value of the home was approximately $350,000 with estimated fire loss totaling $100,000. Fire crews did an excellent job protecting the majority of the interior of the home and contents from the heat and smoke. PG&E responded to the scene and secured the gas and electrical service from the residence.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

Humboldt Bay Fire would like to remind everyone that smoke detectors save lives! Smoke detectors give you crucial early warning that there may be a fire in your home andallots you time to escape. Once you’ve exited a home go to your family meeting place and ensure that everyone has made it out.