Fire Displaces 6, Injures Multiple in San Jose

Blaze damages home and spreads to neighboring property

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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A fire at a single-story home in San Jose has left six people displaced and three people injured, including a firefighter, fire crews reported on Sunday evening. The blaze caused major damage to the home and also impacted an adjacent property.

Why it matters

House fires can have devastating impacts on local communities, displacing families and causing injuries. This incident highlights the importance of fire safety and the work of first responders in protecting public safety.

The details

The San Jose Fire Department responded to a second-alarm fire at a one-story single-family home on Endfield Way, near Story Road and S White Road. The fire caused major damage to the home, and an adjacent home also sustained exterior heat damage and internal smoke damage. One firefighter and two residents were treated for non-life-threatening injuries, and a dog died in the blaze. The American Red Cross is assisting the displaced residents.

  • The fire occurred on Sunday evening.

The players

San Jose Fire Department

The local fire department that responded to and battled the blaze.

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The takeaway

This tragic fire serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety and the critical role first responders play in protecting communities from the devastating impacts of home fires.