No Injuries Reported in Boone County House Fire

Residents evacuated and a dog was rescued after a garage fire on Saturday night.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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The Boone County Fire Protection District responded to a single-story house fire on Saturday night around 10:13 p.m. Residents of the home evacuated after hearing smoke alarms and a dog was rescued, but no one was injured. Firefighters were able to put out the fire in the garage before it could spread to other areas of the home.

Why it matters

House fires can be devastating, causing injury, loss of property, and even loss of life. This incident highlights the importance of working smoke alarms and quick response from fire departments in preventing more serious damage.

The details

According to a Facebook post from the Boone County Fire Protection District, crews arrived on the scene about five minutes after the call came in and found the home's garage on fire. Firefighters were able to extinguish the blaze before it could spread further.

  • The fire was reported around 10:13 p.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2026.

The players

Boone County Fire Protection District

The local fire department that responded to the house fire.

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What they’re saying

“Working smoke alarms make a difference. Please test yours regularly.”

— Boone County Fire Protection District (Facebook)

What’s next

Crews are still investigating the cause of the fire.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the critical role of working smoke alarms in alerting residents to fires and giving them time to evacuate safely. It also highlights the swift response and effectiveness of the Boone County Fire Protection District in containing the blaze.