Fire Department

Engine Co. 3 and other east side fire companies responded to the 2500 block of E. Dayton Street for reports of a structure fire just before 5:00 p.m. While en route, the crew could see black smoke rising from the area from several blocks away. Upon arrival, firefighters performed a 360-degree survey of the property and confirmed heavy fire active on one side of the house.  

Engine 3 secured a water source and knocked down the fire. Medic 8 performed search and rescue with assistance from Engine 1. No occupants or pets were found inside.

With the exterior fire knocked down, Engine Co. 3 entered the home to find high heat and more fire inside. The crew proceeded with interior fire attack, then checked the ceiling and walls for hidden fire. Additional fire was discovered in the attic space, and fire attack continued. Final knockdown was declared around 5:30 p.m.

In addition to causing significant damage the primary home, the fire caused heat damage to two neighboring properties. Nobody was injured during the incident.

The Madison Fire Department’s Fire Investigation Team was dispatched to the scene. The fire remains under investigation at this time.