Fire Starts in Rear of Southeast Rochester Home, Neighbor’s Immediate Report Credited for Limiting Spread
Rochester, MN (RochesterNow)- A neighbor's immediate actions helped to limit the spread of a fire in southeast Rochester Saturday.
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That's according to a news release issued by the Rochester Fire Department. Firefighters responded to the scene shortly before 11:30 a.m.
Responding crews encountered smoke and fire coming from the backyard of the home, the news release says.
Neighbor Reports Fire in Back of Southeast Rochester Home
The fire started at a residence in the 27000 block of Melrose St SE. Crews deployed water to quickly extinguish the fire, the news release says.
Firefighters conducted overhaul work due to the fire's location and obstacles surrounding it. The fire department says the overhaul work included removing parts of decking and fencing to confirm the fire had been put out.
No injuries were reported and a damage estimate was not available as of Saturday evening. The cause of the fire is not available.
RFD Credits Neighbor's Immediate Report for Limiting Fire Damage
The Rochester Fire Department says a neighbor reported the blaze after seeing smoke coming from the home, which led to firefighters arriving before the fire could spread.
"Timely reporting, working smoke alarms, and an awareness of environmental conditions all play an important role in protecting our community," the Rochester Fire Department says.
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