Homeowner treated for smoke inhalation after structure fire in Beauregard
A homeowner was evaluated for smoke inhalation after a residential structure fire Wednesday evening, Oct. 21, in the area of Lee Road 115 in Beauregard.
According to the Beauregard Volunteer Fire Department (BVFD), firefighters responded alongside Salem Volunteer Fire & Rescue, Southwest Lee County Fire Department, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, the Lee County Emergency Management Agency and East Alabama EMS.
First-arriving Beauregard firefighters found a double-wide modular home with heavy smoke and flames visible from the exterior. Crews deployed attack lines and began efforts to extinguish the fire.
Southwest Lee County Fire Department responded with Engine 712 and Truck 717, bringing seven personnel to the scene. Southwest firefighters were assigned to interior fire attack, entering the residence from two sides while conducting primary search operations.
Firefighters encountered high temperatures and zero-visibility conditions inside the home. The fire was brought under control, with flame damage confined to two rooms, according to Southwest Fire Department. Primary and secondary searches of the residence found no additional occupants.
Crews remained on scene to conduct extensive overhaul operations and ensure the fire was fully extinguished. Beauregard reported responding with nine personnel and three apparatus, while Southwest responded with seven personnel and two apparatus.
One occupant was evaluated by EMS at the scene for smoke inhalation. Officials with Southwest Fire Department reported that the fire was determined to have been caused by a fireplace malfunction.
The Salem Volunteer Fire Department reported that its crews pumped approximately 2,700 gallons of water during the incident and made one trip to a nearby hydrant to support firefighting operations. The Lee County Emergency Management Agency also provided specialized equipment, and the American Red Cross was contacted to assist the homeowner.
Southwest firefighters also responded to a separate brush fire within their primary response area during the same time period, sending two apparatus and five personnel while maintaining emergency coverage.
The structure fire required assistance from multiple agencies, with firefighters working in hazardous conditions to bring the blaze under control and search the residence.
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