Apr 28, 2023

Structure a complete loss in Russell garage fire

Posted Apr 28, 2023 8:04 PM

From the Russell Fire Department...

At 1 a.m. on Friday, April 28, The City of Russell Fire Department was dispatched to 49 South Kansas for a report of a detached garage that was on fire.

Crews arriving on scene observed a detached garage at the back of the property fully engulfed. Crews were able to extinguish the fire quickly once access was gained through a window and garage door. The fire was brought under control at 2:12 a.m. and crews remained on scene looking for extensions and extinguishing hot spots.

The structure and contents of the garage are a total loss. After investigation, the cause of the fire is ruled as undetermined.

The City of Russell Fire Department would like to thank the Russell Police Department, Russell Electric Department, Russell County 911 and Russell County EMS.