Firefighters in Ascension Parish responded to a residential fire Thursday afternoon in the Geismar area. Multiple volunteer departments worked together to control the blaze and ensure the safety of nearby residents. Fortunately, officials reported that no one was injured during the incident.
House Fire Reported in Geismar Area
Volunteer firefighters were called to a residential fire in the 12000 block of Deck Boulevard in the Geismar area of Ascension Parish.
According to officials, emergency crews were first dispatched at approximately 2:24 p.m. on March 6.
The Geismar Volunteer Fire Department served as the primary response agency for the incident.
Firefighters arrived quickly and worked to contain the flames and prevent the fire from spreading further.
Multiple Fire Departments Assisted
Several other departments assisted with the response to ensure the fire was brought under control safely.
Supporting agencies included:
- 7th District Volunteer Fire Department
- Galvez Lake Volunteer Fire Department
- St. Amant Volunteer Fire Department
- 5th Ward Volunteer Fire Department
Officials said the coordinated effort between departments helped crews manage the situation effectively.
Electrical Issue Caused the Fire
After investigating the scene, firefighters determined that the fire started due to an electrical issue.
Electrical fires can occur when wiring, appliances, or electrical systems malfunction or become overloaded.
Officials did not release additional details about the specific electrical problem that caused the blaze.
Crews Responded to Rekindle Later That Evening
Later the same day, emergency crews were called back to the property.
At around 7 p.m., firefighters responded to a report of a rekindle at the same location.
A rekindle happens when remaining hot spots from a previous fire ignite again.
Fire crews returned to the scene to extinguish the remaining flames and make sure the fire was fully under control.
No Injuries Reported
Authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported during either response.
Firefighters were able to contain the situation and prevent further harm to residents.
Officials did not immediately release information about the extent of the property damage.
