Island crews respond to fire at two-story home
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The Matlacha/Pine Island Fire Control District responded to a residential structure fire on Sept. 30 off of Royal Palm Drive in St. James City.
At around 9:13 a.m. Sept. 30, the Matlacha/Pine Island Fire Control District responded to a reported residential structure fire with explosions heard off of Royal Palm Drive in St. James City.
Upon arrival, the crews found light smoke showing from the two-story structure.
District officials reported that the firefighters quickly extinguished the fire, preventing it from spreading and causing further damage.
No injuries were reported.
“This incident, once again, demonstrates the importance of a quick fire response and the professionally trained personnel who work every day to protect our community,” Fire Chief Benjamin Mickuleit said.
The fire remains under investigation.
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