At 6:01 P.M., Tuesday, October 10, 2023, the Macomb Fire Department was dispatched to a
residential structure fire in the 300 block of West Murray Street. The initial crew arrived on
scene at 6:03 P.M. and observed smoke and flames emitting from the rear of the structure.
Fire command initiated a request for all off-duty Macomb Firefighters. Crews made their way
to the rear of the house and began extinguishing the fire. The fire was deemed Under Control
at 6:36 P.M. Crews began ventilating the residence and addressing hot spots.
No injuries to civilians or firefighters were reported.
A smoke alarm was present but was not sounding at the time of arrival.
Estimated loss at this time is approximately $35,000.
The cause of the fire is believed to have started in the kitchen and is under investigation by
the Macomb Fire Department.
Four on-duty Macomb Firefighters initially responded with an additional three off-duty
firefighters staged at the fire station. Thank you to the Macomb-McDonough County 911
center, Macomb Police Department, Ameren Illinois, City of Macomb Public Works, and
Lifeguard Ambulance Service for their assistance with the incident. The scene was cleared at
8:29 P.M.
This week is National Fire Prevention Week, and we would like to remind all residents that
smoke detectors save lives. Smoke alarms that are properly installed and maintained play a
vital role in reducing fire deaths and injuries. The Macomb Fire Department will provide smoke
detectors to homeowners at no cost to you. Make an appointment completing the application
at https://cityofmacomb.com/fire-prevention-programs/ or by calling the fire station at 309-
836-7800. Please visit https://www.nfpa.org/Events/Events/Fire-Prevention-Week for more
information related to Fire Prevention Week.
***Courtesy of the Macomb Fire Department***
