San Francisco's Arlington Street residents were met with the intense emergency response last night as the San Francisco Fire Department tackled a significant blaze within a local home. The department reported via its official social media channels that crews were dispatched to 220 Arlington Street at approximately 8:30 PM after reports of a working fire emerged, with smoke billowing from a garage and the roof of the structure.
The on-scene fire department units encountered flames spreading aggressively through the attic and walls, prompting them to engage with aggressive firefighting techniques immediately. According to the San Francisco Fire Department's social media post, "Crews continue to fight the fire with water and cutting ventilation in the roof." Residents were urged to clear the vicinity of Arlington and Highland as firefighters and public utilities worked diligently on the scene.
Working fire - 220 Arlington Street - 04/15/2025 at 2030 hours
— SAN FRANCISCO FIRE DEPARTMENT MEDIA (@SFFDPIO) April 16, 2025
A residential working fire was declared at Arlington street. Crews arrived on scene to find smoke in the garage and roof.
Companies on scene found smoke and fire in the attic and walls. Crews continue to fight the… pic.twitter.com/Pui6Gb5q5k
By 9:20 PM, the fire department had contained the fire and proceeded with salvage and overhaul operations. The quick response and professional conduct of Rescue Squad 2 also led to the rescue of a cat, offering a glimmer of relief against the somber backdrop of the house fire. Neighboring communities are reminded of the importance of fire safety and urged to support those affected by the blaze.
