TFD Extinguishes Attic Fire on Bodmin Moor Drive
January 05, 2022
On Jan. 4 at 9:34 p.m., the Tallahassee Fire Department (TFD) was dispatched to a residential structure fire located on the 3000 block of Bodmin Moor Drive. TFD crews arrived on scene in less than five minutes to find a single-story residence with heavy smoke showing.
First arriving units quickly made an attack to extinguish a fire in the attic and search for occupants. All occupants were out of the structure, and there were no reported injuries. TFD located and rescued several pets from the home.
TFD was assisted on scene by the Tallahassee Police Department, City of Tallahassee Utilities and Leon County EMS. Damages are estimated to be between $60,000 and $75,000.
Smoke alarms can provide the early warning necessary to escape a deadly fire. Test your smoke alarms monthly to make sure they are working properly. For more information about TFD, including fire safety tips, visit Talgov.com/Fire or connect with the department via its Facebook, Instagram and Twitter accounts.
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