Neighbors save three pets from Noblesville house fire

Submitted by Noblesville Fire

Shortly after 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 25, the Noblesville Fire Department (NFD) was dispatched by the Hamilton County Communications Department to the 600 block of Christian Avenue for a reported porch fire.

Upon arrival, the first units encountered heavy smoke and fire conditions coming from the front of the residence. The home was unoccupied at the time of the incident. Three pets were safely removed from the home by neighbors and a Noblesville Police Department Community Service Officer prior to firefighters’ arrival.

Fire crews acted quickly to bring the fire under control while additional personnel worked to protect nearby homes from potential extension. The fire was contained without further incident.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation and has not yet been released.

NFD was assisted on scene by the Noblesville Police Department.

NFD reminds residents that working smoke detectors save lives. If you need assistance with checking, replacing, or installing smoke detectors, NFD personnel are available to help. To schedule a visit from a Noblesville firefighter, please email thash@noblesville.in.gov.