Ann Arbor, MI – A chimney fire prompted a citywide fire department response Friday afternoon in Ann Arbor, briefly threatening a residential home on Devonshire Road before crews were able to contain the flames.
According to the City of Ann Arbor Fire Department, firefighters were dispatched at approximately 2:44 p.m. Friday to the 2100 block of Devonshire Road. Upon arrival, crews observed active fire blowing from the top of the home’s chimney, indicating a fire inside the flue.
Fire officials said the blaze was largely contained within the chimney, but flames spread to a portion of the home’s first floor before being fully extinguished. Firefighters used a dry chemical extinguishing agent to suppress the fire and prevent further extension into the structure.
Crews conducted a thorough inspection of the residence to ensure all hot spots were eliminated. The home was also ventilated to clear smoke and residual chemicals. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire was not immediately released.
The incident serves as a seasonal reminder as colder weather increases fireplace use across Washtenaw County and the greater Ann Arbor area. Chimney fires are often caused by creosote buildup, a highly flammable byproduct of burning wood.
Following the incident, fire officials urged residents to take preventative measures, including having chimneys inspected and cleaned annually by licensed professionals, burning only seasoned and dried firewood, and never burning trash or debris in fireplaces.
Officials also emphasized the importance of working smoke alarms throughout the home, especially near sleeping areas, to provide early warning in the event of a fire.
Residents in Ann Arbor and surrounding communities are encouraged to review fireplace safety practices as winter heating season continues.
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