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All Departments Administration Corrections Development Services Facilities Management Human Resources Information Technology Library Services Management and Budget Services Natural Resources Management Neighborhood and Human Services Parks and Recreation Public Safety Public Works Veterans Services Waste ServicesEscambia County Fire Rescue added three more red bulbs to the wreath on Wednesday, Dec. 21, bringing a total of 10 red bulbs during the 2022 "Keep the Wreath Green" campaign.
At 5:40 a.m., Escambia County Fire Rescue units E6, SQ3, L12, E7, E1, BC2 and BC3 responded to a residential structure fire at the 1400 block of Portland Street. Upon arrival, smoke was showing from a single-story family dwelling. During the investigation, a fire was discovered in a storage room. Fortunately, the smoke detectors were functioning and alerted the occupant to the fire. The fire was quickly extinguished, and due to numerous closed doors throughout the home, fire and smoke damage was limited. Repairs will be needed, resulting in the eighth red bulb being added to the wreath. The cause of the fire is being investigated by the Bureau of Fire and Arson.
At 9:06 a.m., ECFR units E17, E16, E11, SQ3, L12, BC2 and BC3 responded to a residential structure fire at the 3100 block of W. La Rua Street. Upon arrival, smoke was showing from the eaves of the structure. During the search of the home, a fire was discovered in the laundry room. The fire was brought under control by 9:20 a.m., but damages occurred to the main electrical power feed, causing the occupants to be displaced until repairs can be made. As a result, the ninth red bulb was added to the wreath. The home did not have functioning smoke detectors, so ECFR installed them throughout the home. The cause of the fire was determined to be from a toaster oven located in the laundry room that was too close to combustible items.
Finally, at 12:07 p.m., ECFR units E17, SQ3, E16, E11, L12, TWR7, S1, S2, CF1, CF2, BC2, E7 and E6 responded to a commercial structure fire at the 2000 block of N. Pace Blvd. Upon arrival, an RV camper trailer was discovered fully engulfed in flames behind the commercial structure. ECFR immediately attacked the fire, bringing the situation under control by 12:21 p.m. The camper trailer is a total loss. Due to the proximity of the camper trailer to the commercial structure, the nearby structure suffered exposure damages. Also, one person was transported to the hospital with injuries. The State Fire Marshal's Office is investigating the cause of the fire. Since the camper was being utilized as a residence, this fire will count as the tenth red bulb added to the wreath.
If your home does not have a working smoke detector, please call Escambia County Fire Rescue at 850-595-HERO (4376) or 850-436-5200 for City of Pensacola residents.
The “Keep the Wreath Green” fire safety campaign is a collaborative initiative with the City of Pensacola to promote fire safety during December. During the month-long campaign, five-foot wreaths are on display at 21 county fire stations, five city fire stations, Escambia County's Ernie Lee Magaha Government Building downtown, the Escambia County Public Safety Building and Pensacola City Hall. Each time firefighters respond to a residential fire with damage, a green light bulb will be replaced with a red one to remind citizens of the dangers posed by fires in a residential home. For more tips on how to stay safe during the holiday season, visit MyEscambia.com/KeeptheWreathGreen.
Safety Tips:
Escambia County Fire Rescue encourages everyone to practice fire safety, especially during the holiday season. Residents are encouraged to follow these safety tips so everyone can have a safe and happy holiday:
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