2/15/2024
Lebanon, OR. – Lebanon Firefighters responded around 0230 Thursday morning February 15th to a reported structure fire in the 30500 of Butte Creek Road. Dispatch reported that the homeowner smelled something funny and went to investigate, where they found a utility room with smoke and ash. When fire crews arrived, they found that the fire had snuffed itself out due to lack of ventilation. Crews began to investigate and found smoldering materials on the top of a freezer which was removed to the outside. When the freezer was moved, it revealed a “V” shaped burn pattern on the wall pointing back to where the freezer was located telling firefighters the fire started in that vicinity.
Firefighters opened the wall near a melted electrical receptacle checking for any fire extension, while other crews went to the second story above to see if there were any other signs that smoke or fire made it through the wall. The fire was contained to the room of origin, with no additional fire located.
Firefighters remained on scene approximately one hour investigating and using ventilation fans to remove any remaining smoke. A smoke detector was in the room but did not function. No injuries reported and there was no displacement of the residents.
Lebanon Firefighters responded with 11 personnel on two engines, 2 ALS medic units, one water tender, one heavy rescue and two chiefs. The Lebanon Fire District would like to remind residents of the importance of working smoke alarms. Regular cleaning of cobwebs and dust from around the detector as well as checking and replacing batteries. Also remember, smoke detectors usually have a ten-year life span and should be replaced when it reaches the expiration time frame. For assistance with smoke alarms in your home, contact our Fire & Life Safety Division at (541) 451-1901. Be Safe Lebanon.
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