Crews Battle House Fire in Smiths Station

Firefighters from multiple departments respond to blaze on Sunday afternoon.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 7:39pm

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Firefighters from Smiths Station Fire and Rescue, the Lee County Sheriff's Office, Phenix City Fire and Rescue, and Salem Volunteer Fire Department are currently working to extinguish a structure fire at a residence in Smiths Station, Alabama. The fire was reported around 3:25 pm on Sunday, April 12, 2026, with heavy smoke and flames visible from the back of the home.

Why it matters

House fires can cause significant property damage and pose a serious threat to public safety, especially in residential areas. The response from multiple fire departments indicates the severity of the situation and the need for a coordinated effort to bring the blaze under control.

The details

Firefighters arrived on the scene to find heavy smoke and flames coming from the back of the residence located at the corner of Lee Road 941 and Lee Road 769 in Smiths Station. Crews from Smiths Station Fire and Rescue, the Lee County Sheriff's Office, Phenix City Fire and Rescue, and Salem Volunteer Fire Department are currently working to extinguish the fire, but its cause and whether anyone was injured remain unknown at this time.

  • The fire was first reported to authorities around 3:25 pm on Sunday, April 12, 2026.

The players

Smiths Station Fire and Rescue

The local fire department responsible for responding to emergencies in the Smiths Station area.

Lee County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency providing support and assistance to the firefighting efforts.

Phenix City Fire and Rescue

A neighboring fire department that has sent resources to help extinguish the blaze in Smiths Station.

Salem Volunteer Fire Department

Another nearby fire department that has joined the response to the house fire in Smiths Station.

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What’s next

Firefighters will continue working to fully extinguish the blaze and determine its cause, while authorities investigate whether any injuries occurred.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of coordinated emergency response efforts between multiple fire departments to effectively combat dangerous structure fires and protect public safety in residential communities.