by North Forty News Staff | NorthFortyNews.com
Quick action by fire suppression system prevents injuries and major damage in Fort Collins apartment complex
FORT COLLINS, CO – A potentially serious apartment fire was stopped in its tracks on the afternoon of June 4 thanks to the rapid activation of a fire sprinkler system in a Fort Collins complex.
Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) responded to a second alarm call just before 3 p.m. in the 5000 block of Fossil Blvd. Upon arrival, crews found that a fire in a fourth-floor unit had already been extinguished by the building’s automatic fire sprinkler system.
As a precaution, the building had been evacuated. Firefighters conducted a thorough search to ensure there were no remaining hot spots or individuals in need of assistance. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
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Crews remained on-site to assist in clearing water and debris left behind from the sprinkler activation. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
The incident highlights the vital role that sprinkler systems play in residential fire safety, preventing potential injuries and minimizing property damage.
To learn more about fire safety and updates from Poudre Fire Authority, visit poudre-fire.org.
Source – Poudre Fire Authority
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