Fire Extinguished at Fulton County Jail

No injuries reported after blaze in laundry room

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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A fire broke out in the laundry room of the Fulton County Jail on Monday evening, according to the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department. Crews were able to extinguish the blaze, and no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Why it matters

This is the second fire incident at the Fulton County Jail in recent months, raising concerns about safety and security protocols at the facility. Jail fires can pose serious risks to inmates and staff, and the repeated incidents may prompt further scrutiny of the jail's operations.

The details

The fire started in a dryer on the first floor of the jail's laundry room. The Atlanta Fire Rescue Department responded and was able to put out the flames without any inmates or staff being harmed. The sheriff's office confirmed that the fire did not affect the jail's housing units.

  • The fire broke out on Monday evening.
  • In December, a previous fire at the jail sent multiple inmates and staff members to the hospital.

The players

Atlanta Fire Rescue Department

The fire department that responded to and extinguished the fire at the Fulton County Jail.

Fulton County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency responsible for the Fulton County Jail, where the fire occurred.

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What’s next

The cause of the fire is still under investigation by the authorities.

The takeaway

The repeated fire incidents at the Fulton County Jail highlight the need for the facility to review and improve its safety protocols to ensure the well-being of both inmates and staff.