Indianapolis, IN – Two families were displaced Saturday afternoon after a heavy fire tore through homes on Penwell Way, according to the Indianapolis Fire Department.
The blaze broke out around 1:59 p.m. in the garage of 10909 Penwell Way, quickly forcing nearby residents to evacuate. Firefighters from both IFD and the City of Lawrence Fire Department launched an aggressive attack, limiting the flames’ spread to an adjacent home at 10911 Penwell Way.
According to IFD officials, the fire was brought under control within 30 minutes. No injuries were reported among residents or firefighters. However, one dog was rescued in serious condition. The animal received oxygen and emergency care before being transported to Noah’s Animal Hospital at 56th Street and Emerson Avenue, where it is now showing signs of improvement.
Photos released by IFD show extensive damage to the primary home, including heavy charring to the front structure and melted siding on the neighboring residence. Fire investigators are still determining the cause of the blaze.
The department credited quick coordination between Indianapolis and Lawrence fire crews for preventing additional losses.
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