On February 4, 2026, just before midnight with the temperature at 11 degrees, Station 56 (New Kensington) was called for smoke in a residence. Police reported smoke coming from the house, and first arriving crews found a light haze in the house. Using a TIC, crews found fire in the walls in the basement, extending to the first floor and attic. As firefighters pulled ceilings inside, and siding and walls from the outside, fire erupted through a C-side window. Interiors attacked the fire and any extensions, while the roof was monitored for possible ventilation, but was not needed. Crews were on scene for roughly two hours.
– Fire News photos by Steve Matto…