Lexington, October 17, 2025
News Summary
A house fire in the 200 block of Grassland Park caused extensive damage and displaced four residents. The Lexington Fire Department reported no injuries, but the fire rapidly spread due to windy conditions. Investigators are currently determining the cause, thought to begin on the back deck.
Lexington
A house fire in the 200 block of Grassland Park in Lexington, Kentucky, on Thursday morning, October 16, 2025, displaced four residents and left the structure extensively damaged. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries, according to the Lexington Fire Department (LFD).
The fire department received a call at approximately 10:30 a.m. reporting flames and smoke billowing from the house. Upon arrival, crews discovered the residence engulfed in flames, with the fire rapidly advancing to the attic. In light of worsening conditions, firefighters initially attempted an offensive attack from inside. However, they quickly had to switch to a defensive approach, deploying aerial ladders to tackle the flames reaching the attic.
Windy conditions were believed to have played a significant role in the fire’s swift spread throughout the structure. As part of their firefighting efforts, two fire trucks were connected to nearby hydrants, resulting in the temporary closure of surrounding roads to ensure the safety of both firefighters and local residents…