Smoke and popping noises heard coming from a garage on Tiger Eye Lane, near H road and 26 1/2 Road. A vehicle was on fire in the garage. Fire crews have extinguished the fire.
From the Grand Junction Fire Department:
Grand Junction, CO – At 7:10 p.m. on Wednesday, the Grand Junction Fire Department (GJFD) responded to a residential fire on the 2600 block of Tiger Eye Lane. The homeowner reported black smoke and flames visible in the garage and took immediate action by closing the door and evacuating the home to await the arrival of firefighters.
Upon arrival, firefighters accessed the garage through the home and encountered black smoke with minimal heat. The crew swiftly extinguished the fire and conducted a thorough assessment to ensure the flames had not spread to other areas of the residence.
No injuries have been reported as a result of this incident. The origin and cause of the fire are currently under investigation.
The GJFD emphasizes the importance of closing doors to limit oxygen flow and slow the spread of fire. When evacuating, remember to close doors behind you, and always close doors before going to sleep for enhanced fire safety.
Photo by Grand Junction Fire Department