Firefighters Respond to Basement Fire in Indian Head
 
By Coordinator/Public Information Officer William Smith
October 22, 2025
 

At approx.11:32 AM today, units responded to the 5800 block of Oak Forest Court for a report of smoke in the basement after a loud "pop."

Crews arrived to find light smoke showing from a two-story home with a walkout basement.

The fire, traced to a fish tank in the basement, was quickly contained within minutes.

All occupants evacuated safely. One adult and one toddler were evaluated on scene as a precaution.

Power was secured to the affected area. Units cleared the scene shortly after noon. No injuries reported.

We thank all Fire/EMS personnel who were involved in this incident.

 
Units: E73, E112, E83, E11, TW9, SQ10, A78, PA8, BC11A,
 
Mutual Aid: E201, T20, BC20, CH20A