Lakeland Fire Department crews responded this morning to a fire involving a multi-family residential structure on East Main Street.
While crews worked to extinguish the fire, additional firefighters also searched the building, established a water supply, forced access into portions of the structure, secured utilities, and ventilated smoke and heat. Crews then continued checking the attic, roof, and other areas for hidden fire and hot spots. Four residential units were reported damaged.
A reminder for every household: Make sure you have working smoke alarms and know how you would get out if a fire happened in your home. Identify two ways out when possible, keep exits clear, and once you are outside, stay outside…