Crawfordsville firefighters responded to a fire at 6:46 p.m. Tuesday at a home at 1104 E. Market St.
Upon arrival, crews observed light smoke coming from the exterior of the home. Firefighters entered the residence and encountered heavy smoke throughout the structure, with visibility reduced to near zero. Crews quickly located the fire, brought it under control, and conducted a primary search of the residence.
During the search, firefighters located a cat in the rear of the home and safely removed it from the structure. EMS personnel immediately provided airway support and resuscitation efforts. The cat responded to treatment and survived the incident.
The fire was determined to be accidental and originated in the kitchen after unattended items were left on the stove.
No civilians or firefighters were injured.
The Crawfordsville Fire Department thanks the Crawfordsville Police Department for assisting with traffic control and scene safety.
This incident serves as an important reminder to remain attentive while cooking and to ensure smoke alarms are properly installed and function throughout your home. Working smoke alarms provide critical early warnings and can save lives.
The Crawfordsville Fire Department is proud of the quick actions of its firefighters, EMS personnel, and public safety partners, whose coordinated efforts helped limit property damage and resulted in the successful rescue of a family pet.
