Introduction to the Devastating Fire
A woman got emotional Thursday as a fire destroyed her Biscayne Gardens home of almost 40 years.
According to Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, units responded after 2:30 p.m. to a house in the area of Northwest 7th Court and 148th Street for a first-alarm house fire.
The Homeowner’s Reaction
"I can’t describe it," the homeowner said. She wasn’t home when the fire started. She quickly returned to the scene, and was emotional and almost speechless after seeing what the fire had done to her home.
Fire Response and Aftermath
Crews found heavy smoke and flames coming from the exterior that extended to the single home, officials said. Firefighters were able to quickly control the blaze. There were no reported injuries. Officials said people were inside when the fire started, but they were able to exit safely.
Investigation and Damage Assessment
Footage from Chopper6 showed the aftermath of the fire and the backyard reduced to a charred, smoky mess. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Conclusion
The fire that devastated the Biscayne Gardens home of almost 40 years has left the homeowner emotional and speechless. Thankfully, there were no reported injuries, and the fire was quickly controlled by firefighters. The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.
FAQs
- Q: Where did the fire occur?
- A: The fire occurred in a home located in the area of Northwest 7th Court and 148th Street in Biscayne Gardens, NW Miami-Dade.
- Q: Were there any injuries reported?
- A: No, there were no reported injuries. People who were inside when the fire started were able to exit safely.
- Q: What is the status of the investigation into the cause of the fire?
- A: The cause of the fire is under investigation.
- Q: How long had the homeowner lived in the house?
- A: The homeowner had lived in the house for almost 40 years.
