Cape Coral Garage Reduced to Rubble After Fire Sets Off Stored Ammunition
A garage fire in Cape Coral’s SW 26th Place neighborhood did not stay simple for long. The moment flames reached stored ammunition inside, the entire response changed.
Rounds began cooking off. Firefighters had to rethink their approach on the spot. What could have been a routine structure fire became something far more dangerous for everyone on scene.
What Happened
Cape Coral Fire Department responded to a residential fire on SW 26th Place where a garage was gutted by the blaze. Stored ammunition inside ignited as the fire spread, with rounds cooking off during active suppression.
The fire was contained to the garage. The main residence did not sustain major structural damage. No injuries have been reported, and the cause remains under investigation.
The Part Most People Do Not Think About
Most people hear “garage fire” and picture property damage. They do not picture firefighters slowing down because bullets are going off inside…