Animals Evacuated from Seminole County Pet Daycare After Nearby Fire

Four dogs and one cat safely removed from daycare as neighboring storage unit burned

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Five animals and a worker were successfully evacuated from a pet daycare in Seminole County, Florida, after the unit next door caught fire early Sunday morning. The Seminole County Fire Department responded to the incident at 1320 E Altamonte Drive, where a storage unit for a nearby safety business was on fire.

Why it matters

Fires can pose a serious threat to pets and people, especially in shared commercial spaces. The quick response and evacuation of the animals from the pet daycare prevented any injuries and minimized the potential damage to the business.

The details

According to the fire department, the scene was quickly contained after they arrived around 1:26 a.m. The four dogs and one cat were evacuated safely, and no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but it is most likely due to an electrical issue in the neighboring storage unit.

  • The fire department responded around 1:26 a.m. on Sunday, February 15, 2026.

The players

Seminole County Fire Department

The local fire department that responded to the fire and evacuated the animals from the pet daycare.

Pet Daycare

The business located next door to the storage unit that caught fire, which had to evacuate five animals and one worker.

Safety Business

The business that owned the storage unit that caught fire, which was the source of the incident.

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The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of fire safety and emergency preparedness, especially for businesses that house animals or operate in shared commercial spaces. The quick response and evacuation by the fire department prevented any injuries and minimized the potential damage to the pet daycare.