Working Smoke Detectors Alert Occupants to House Fire |
| By NFD Local 830 | |
| March 30, 2026 | |
| The City of Norwalk Fire Department was dispatched to reported smoke in the basement at a residence on Stonybrook Rd. at 21:3hrs. The first arriving Engine reported smoke inside the house followed by a transmission of a working fire. Firefighters encountered a fire in the basement, which was quickly contained and extinguished, preventing it from extending to the 1st floor and beyond. While the fire was being extinguished, firefighters simultaneously conducted a primary search, ventilated the building, and secured the power to the residence. The incident was handled by a 1st alarm assignment consisting of 26 firefighters. The occupant credited a working smoke detector for alerting her to the smoke and fire in the basement. The Norwalk Fire Marshal Division is investigating the cause of the fire. |
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| Units: | Engine 4, Engine 1, Engine 2 (RIT), Truck 2, Truck 1, Rescue 2, Car 2 (Shift Commander), Car 1, Car 3, Car 7, FMO, Norwalk PD, Norwalk Hospital EMS |