Rockford, IL – Firefighters responded to a residential structure fire early this morning in the 2000 block of South 5th Street, bringing the situation under control within minutes and confirming the home was unoccupied.
According to the Rockford Fire Department, first-arriving crews found fire venting from a first-floor window of a two-story home upon arrival. Firefighters quickly deployed hoses, knocked down the flames, and contained the fire to a single room.
Officials said crews completed a full search of the home within 10 minutes of arrival and determined that no one was inside at the time of the fire. No civilian or firefighter injuries were reported.
The incident occurred in a residential neighborhood on Rockford’s south side, within Winnebago County and the greater Rockford metropolitan area. While the fire was limited in scope, residents nearby may have noticed emergency vehicles and temporary traffic disruptions during the response.
Fire officials have not released information on the extent of damage to the home but confirmed that the structure did not sustain fire spread beyond the initial room involved.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation. No additional details were immediately available regarding how the fire started or whether the home will be deemed habitable.
Residents are reminded to ensure working smoke detectors are installed on every level of their homes and to practice fire escape planning, especially during colder months when residential fires tend to increase.
Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact the Rockford Fire Department.
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