California bowling alley catches fire after outside couch fire spreads into the building

Emergency crews from the Sacramento Fire Department acted swiftly in response to a commercial structure fire in the 5800 block of Freeport Blvd. on Sunday.

The incident unfolded when firefighters arrived at the scene to find a couch on the exterior of the building ablaze, which rapidly extended into the attic of a nearby bowling alley.

The fire, reported in the late afternoon, posed a significant challenge to firefighters as it quickly escalated into the structure. Despite the intensity of the blaze, everyone inside the affected building, including the bowling alley, managed to evacuate without sustaining any injuries.

Firefighters skillfully navigated the challenging situation, working diligently to contain and extinguish the flames that had reached the building’s attic. The coordinated efforts of the emergency response teams ensured the safety of all occupants and prevented the fire from spreading further.

Investigators from the Sacramento Fire Department are currently on the scene, working to determine the cause of the fire and assess the extent of the damage. Their thorough examination will provide crucial insights into the incident, aiding in the formulation of preventive measures for future occurrences.

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