Escambia County Fire Rescue has added the third red bulb to the "Keep the Wreath Green" wreath in 2025 following a residential structure fire Wednesday, Dec. 10.
Escambia County Fire Rescue responded to a residential structure fire at approximately 5:10 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 10, in the 900 block of Hansen Blvd. Firefighters arrived to find light smoke showing from a single-story house, where they discovered a fire-damaged bedroom. The fire had burned itself out before ECFR's arrival and left extensive damage throughout the home.
There were no injuries, but the occupants have been displaced and were assisted by the American Red Cross. The Bureau of Fire and Arson is investigating the cause of the fire.
During the month-long "Keep the Wreath Green" fire safety campaign, five-foot wreaths will be on display at 18 county fire stations and five city fire stations, as well as Escambia County's Ernie Lee Magaha Government Building downtown, the Escambia County Public Safety Building, Pensacola City Hall and Cordova Mall. Each time firefighters respond to a residential or commercial fire with damage, a green light bulb will be replaced with a red one to remind citizens of the dangers posed by fires in residential and commercial buildings.
Escambia County Fire Rescue would like to encourage residents to practice space heater safety and know the potential risks associated with home heating equipment. Click here for tips on how to heat your home safely.
For information about obtaining a home smoke alarm, call Escambia County Fire Rescue at 850-595-HERO (4376) or 850-436-5200 for City of Pensacola residents.
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