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Published on April 14, 2024
VIDEO: San Leandro Families Displaced After Fire Engulfs Home, ACFD Quells Blaze in Under an HourSource: Alameda County Fire Department

Flames engulfed a San Leandro home last Thursday as the Alameda County Fire Department rushed to extinguish the blaze. The fire erupted on Fleming Street, challenging firefighters who arrived on the scene to battle the inferno, which was recorded through the lens of their helmet cameras.

One individual suffered smoke inhalation during the incident and required hospitalization, according to official reports. Two families, displaced by the fire, watched as the ACFD managed to subdue the flames, including the multiple exposures, and bring the situation under control, all within an impressive 45-minute timeframe. There were no other injuries reported.

Details concerning the start of the fire have not yet been published, as the investigation remains ongoing. The helmet camera footage, showcasing the intensity and resolve of the firefighting efforts, can be viewed on the fire department's official Facebook page.

The community has rallied around the affected families, providing support during this difficult time. Meanwhile, the ACFD has received accolades for its quick response and effective action in the face of potential disaster. The cause of the fire, which prompted such a rapid and necessary intervention, remains to be determined.