One Woman Injured in Virginia Beach House Fire

Two dogs rescued from blaze that displaced three people

Jan. 27, 2026 at 6:39pm

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A house fire on Ferry Point Road in Virginia Beach injured one woman and displaced three people. Firefighters were able to rescue two dogs from the single-story home that was completely engulfed in flames.

Why it matters

House fires can have devastating impacts on families, causing injury, loss of property, and displacement. This incident highlights the importance of fire safety and the heroic efforts of first responders in protecting lives and minimizing damage.

The details

Firefighters were called to the 1400 block of Ferry Point Road around 4:19 p.m. and found the single-story home completely engulfed in flames when they arrived a few minutes later. Crews were able to bring the fire under control by 4:52 p.m., but were still putting out hot spots as of 5:45 p.m. The cause of the fire and where it started are still unknown.

  • The fire was reported around 4:19 p.m. on January 27, 2026.
  • Firefighters brought the fire under control by 4:52 p.m. the same day.
  • As of 5:45 p.m., firefighters were still putting out hot spots.

The players

Virginia Beach Fire Department

The local fire department that responded to and fought the house fire.

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The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of fire safety and the critical role of first responders in protecting lives and property during emergencies. It serves as a reminder for residents to ensure their homes are equipped with working smoke detectors and to have an emergency plan in place.