Press release from Humboldt Bay Fire:

On Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 08:37 hours, Humboldt Bay Fire was dispatched to a reported structure fire at the 7600 block of Myrtle Avenue, in the Indianola area. Humboldt Bay Fire responded with three Engines, one Ladder Truck and a Battalion Chief.

Engine 8114 was the first arriving unit and found smoke coming from single wide mobile home. Engine 8114 pulled a hose line and quickly initiated fire attack. Battalion 8105 arrived on scene and assumed Myrtle Command, declaring an offensive fire attack.

Incoming units were assigned to perform a search for victims, and provide ventilation. A unit was designated as the Rapid Intervention Crew in case of a firefighter emergency. The fire was located and contained to one bedroom, there was smoke damage throughout the residence.

Arcata Mad River Ambulance was on stand-by at the scene. PG&E was requested to the scene to secure gas and electrical utilities. Red Cross was requested to aid the displaced occupant. Humboldt Bay Fire would like to thank these agencies for their response. An investigation was performed to find the cause and origin of the fire. The cause is still under investigation, but believed to be accidental in nature. There were no civilian or firefighter injuries

Humboldt Bay Fire would like to remind everyone the importance of discussing with your family what to do if a fire occurs in your home. Working smoke detectors save lives, also have a pre-determined outside meeting place that everyone in your household knows.