FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Aug. 1, 2024
Contact for fire operations: Deputy Fire Chief Jeff Laskowske at 507-377-4311
Contact for fire investigation during business hours: Albert Lea Fire Rescue at 507-377-4341

Structure fire at Albert Lea home

Albert Lea Fire Rescue responded to 205 Giles Place Wednesday, July 31, at 8:15 p.m. for a reported basement fire. Fire crews arrived on scene and found smoke and fire coming out of the basement. They confirmed that all residents were out of the home upon fire crews’ arrival. Firefighters made entry into the home and found fire in the basement.

The cause of the fire was most likely due to remote control batteries that were charging at the time.

Fire crews quickly extinguished the fire and worked on the scene for about an hour checking for fire extension. Most of the damage was due to smoke throughout the home with no structural damage. Damages are estimated at $20,000. There were no injuries.

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The mission of Albert Lea Fire Rescue is to provide professional proactive responsive assistance to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations.