Possible Fire Reported on Grand Ave & N 7th St

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Emergency crews in Grand Junction, Colorado responded to reports of a possible fire at a residence on North 7th Street near Grand Avenue. The fire department is on the scene investigating after receiving calls about a home's chimney being on fire and a metal grate that had broken. The home's occupants were evacuating the area as a precaution.

Why it matters

Chimney fires can be dangerous and potentially spread to the rest of a home if not addressed quickly. The broken metal grate also suggests a potential structural issue that could have contributed to the incident. Authorities are working to determine the cause and extent of the fire to ensure public safety in the neighborhood.

The details

According to initial reports, the Grand Junction Fire Department responded after receiving calls about a home on North 7th Street near Grand Avenue having a chimney fire and a broken metal grate. The home's occupants were evacuating the area as a precaution while firefighters investigated the scene. Southbound lanes of North 7th Street were blocked at Ouray Avenue due to the incident.

• The fire was reported around 7:48 PM on February 28, 2026.
• Firefighters arrived on the scene shortly after the initial 911 calls.

What’s next

Authorities will continue to investigate the cause and extent of the fire to ensure the safety of the home's occupants and the surrounding neighborhood.