Two Children Killed in House Fire in Jackson, MI

A man suffered severe burns, a woman was hospitalized, and a firefighter was also injured in the blaze.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Two children, ages 2 and 3, died in a house fire in Jackson, Michigan on Sunday morning. A man was hospitalized with severe burns, a woman was also taken to the hospital, and a firefighter was injured at the scene.

Why it matters

House fires are a tragic and all-too-common occurrence, especially when they result in the loss of young lives. This incident highlights the importance of fire safety education, working smoke detectors, and rapid emergency response to save lives.

The details

The fire broke out around 8 a.m. at a home on South Gorham Street in Jackson. Firefighters pulled the two young children from the home, but they were pronounced dead at the scene. A man suffered severe burns and was hospitalized, while a woman was also taken to the hospital. One firefighter was injured at the scene and is currently being evaluated.

  • The fire broke out around 8 a.m. on Sunday, February 7, 2026.

The players

Jackson Fire Department

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

Joel Skrypec

The assistant fire chief of the Jackson Fire Department who provided details about the incident to the media.

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The takeaway

This tragic fire serves as a somber reminder of the importance of fire safety and the need for continued education and prevention efforts to protect vulnerable populations like young children from the devastating impacts of home fires.