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The fire was brought under control in approximately 30 minutes, with crews continuing to locate hot spots for the next hour before fully extinguishing the fire. No firefighter injuries were reported and the fire is currently under investigation by the Florence Fire Department Fire Prevention Bureau, as well as the Alabama State Fire Marshal’s office.
FLORENCE-At 7:52 a.m. on Monday, 1/5/2026, Engines #1, #2, #3, Tower #1, and Battalion #1 were dispatched to a reported structure fire in the 2700 block of Huntsville Road (Engine #4, stationed nearby, was on another call and unable to respond). The first fire crews arrived in just over five minutes to find heavy fire and smoke showing from the residence.
Two residents were able to escape prior to our arrival by jumping from a second floor window. One male resident suffered
severe smoke inhalation with a female resident sustaining minor smoke inhalation. These residents were treated on the scene by fire and AMR Lifeguard personnel, then transported to NAMC. The male resident was later flown to UAB for treatment of his injuries.
severe smoke inhalation with a female resident sustaining minor smoke inhalation. These residents were treated on the scene by fire and AMR Lifeguard personnel, then transported to NAMC. The male resident was later flown to UAB for treatment of his injuries.The fire was brought under control in approximately 30 minutes, with crews continuing to locate hot spots for the next hour before fully extinguishing the fire. No firefighter injuries were reported and the fire is currently under investigation by the Florence Fire Department Fire Prevention Bureau, as well as the Alabama State Fire Marshal’s office.At present time it does not appear that there were working smoke detectors in the residence. We would like to remind everyone that having working smoke detectors in your home significantly increases your chances of escaping a home fire unharmed.
Media Release/Florence Fire Rescue
