Columbus Firefighter Injured in Franklinton House Fire

Family of three displaced after early morning blaze in west Columbus neighborhood

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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A Columbus firefighter was injured and a family of three has been displaced after a house fire occurred in the Franklinton neighborhood of west Columbus early Thursday morning. The fire was concentrated in the attic of the home and has since been extinguished, though the firefighter's condition remains unknown.

Why it matters

House fires can have devastating impacts on families, causing property damage, displacement, and potential injuries. This incident highlights the dangers firefighters face in responding to emergencies and the importance of fire safety and prevention efforts in local communities.

The details

According to the Columbus Division of Fire, crews responded to a home in the 300 block of Dakota Avenue just before 4 a.m. The family of three was able to escape the home safely, but one firefighter was injured in fighting the blaze and hospitalized. No other injuries have been reported as of this time.

  • The fire occurred early Thursday morning, just before 4 a.m.

The players

Columbus Division of Fire

The fire department that responded to and extinguished the blaze in the Franklinton neighborhood.

Family of three

The residents of the home who were able to safely escape the fire.

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What’s next

The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and the condition of the injured firefighter remains unknown.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder of the critical role firefighters play in protecting communities and the risks they face in responding to emergencies. It also highlights the importance of fire safety measures to help prevent and mitigate the impacts of house fires.