An early-morning RV fire near 35th Avenue and Peoria in Phoenix tore into a neighboring home on Monday, forcing a family of three out of their residence but, fortunately, leaving no one hurt. Fire crews moved quickly to bring the flames under control as city crisis teams arrived to help the displaced family on scene.
What the fire department said
The Phoenix Fire Department said in a post on X that crews had "achieved fire control" on the RV blaze after it spread to the nearby house. The department reported no injuries and confirmed that "members from the Community Assistance Program are tending to the needs of a family of three that will be displaced." Phoenix Fire Department.
Community Assistance Program steps in
The city’s Community Assistance Program, or CAP, responds to scenes like this specifically to help residents in crisis. The program offers on-scene crisis intervention, behavioral health support and short-term case management for people affected by emergencies such as fires. The City of Phoenix notes that CAP units are routinely dispatched to working fires to connect displaced households with shelter referrals and immediate resources while firefighters handle the flames.
Why RV blazes can spread fast
RV fires can escalate quickly and jump to nearby buildings, which is exactly what investigators say happened here. The U.S. Fire Administration has found an average of about 4,200 RV fires per year from 2018 to 2020, with engine and equipment areas identified as the most common starting points. The U.S. Fire Administration recommends regular checks of propane and electrical systems, keeping a readily accessible fire extinguisher and testing smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to reduce the risk.
What’s next
Phoenix Fire said its public information officer will share updates as investigators work to determine the cause of the fire and assess the damage. The Phoenix Fire Department has committed to updating the public, and we will update this article when officials release additional details.
