An 87 year old home at 644 South Muirfield Road sustained significant fire damage Wednesday night. More than 40 firefighters battled the fire that started on the [first] floor around 7:30p. According to the LAFD, the fire was stubborn on both floors and into the attic.
Fire crew from LAFD Fire Station #29 were first responders. Knockdown took about 75 minutes and there were no injuries reported.
Reports circulated via twitter that next door neighbor Christian Audigier called the fire in to 911. If that’s the case, bravo Mr. Audigier! And thanks to LAFD…seeing them at work was quite awesome. They take so many risks on our behalf.
UPDATE 3/29 12:15a: Â According to LAFD, the fire stared on the first floor and quickly engulfed the 2nd floor and attic. During the fire, a large portion of the 2nd floor collapsed into the floor below. No one, including firefighters, were injured during the course of the event. The home was under renovation. Exact cause of the fire is under investigation. Â See LAFD post about the incident.
Dear Larchmont Buzz Staff and Readers,
We appreciate you sharing such timely, detailed and compelling word of Los Angeles Fire Department endeavors. The men and women of your Fire Department are honored to serve the community, and deeply pleased to confirm that this fire led to no injuries. While the fire remains the focus of a (routinely detailed) active investigation, we can say that the fire has been declared accidental in nature.
Respectfully Yours in Safety and Service,
Brian Humphrey
Firefighter/Specialist
Public Service Officer
Los Angeles Fire Department
Thanks Brian! If there’s ever anything we can do to help support your efforts please let us know:)