Residents of the 500 block of S Mills Ave were spared a larger catastrophe thanks to the rapid response of the Orlando Fire Department in the early hours of this morning. According to a post by the Orlando Fire Department, firefighters extinguished two vehicle fires that erupted shortly after 2 am today. The fire, which occurred under a carport behind a residence, threatened more than the vehicles it initially consumed.

#CarFire Just after 2am, Firefighters put out 2 vehicle fires outside a home at the 500 block of S Mills Ave. The vehicles were behind the home under the car port. The fire extended to the car port but not to the home. No injuries reported. pic.twitter.com/7VUaVFbn9S

— Orlando Fire Dept (@OrlandoFireDept) August 6, 2024

The Orlando Fire Department has not yet released additional details about the possible cause of the fire or the extent of the damage to the vehicles and property. However, they have assured the public that a thorough investigation is underway.

The incident underscores the importance of fire safety and awareness, particularly in residential areas where people's homes and lives can be put at risk. Firefighters and emergency personnel often stress the significance of having a plan in the event of a fire.