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Battle Creek, MI – Sprinkler system activated for fire at apartment complex
According to reports by WZZM 13, the fire broke out at around 10:20 p.m. at an apartment building located at 111 West Street.
Upon arrival, smoke was observed in the hallway of the building.
The department’s investigation led to the discovery of a blaze that originated from a vent fan in a first-floor apartment, firefighters had to remove drywall from the ceiling to tackle the inferno.
“Crews pulled drywall from the ceiling to access the fire and put it out,” detailed the report by WZZM 13. The fire managed to extend its reach to the second floor, prompting the activation of a sprinkler system.
All residents were reported safe and, while the fire itself was contained, the aftermath saw disruption for the residents.
As noted by FOX 17, the American Red Cross stepped in to assist those who were unable to return to their apartments following the incident.
The repercussions of controlling the blaze included collateral damage; the apartments sustained fire-related harm and the water supply had to be cut to facilitate repairs of a damaged sprinkler reported MLive. Although the intrepid response from fire personnel contained the situation, residents faced the inconvenience of water outage.
The cause behind the harrowing event was identified as an “electrical shortage,” yet investigations continue, the Battle Creek Fire Department told reporters. The exact number of individuals displaced by the catastrophe has not been provided, but the quick response of emergency services prevented any physical injuries from being sustained.
Lansing, MI – Sprinkler system activated for fire at senior community center
The Lansing Fire Department reports that 13 apartment units were impacted, leaving 26-30 displaced people.
Local authorities collaborated with the Red Cross to provide safe shelter for those in need.
According to the crew, the fire started in the hallway but was contained by the building’s sprinkler system.
As of Monday morning, the Lansing Fire Department said they are investigating the fire as suspicious.
Ann Arbor, MI – Sprinkler system activated for fire inside building; No injuries reported
Fire crews in Ann Arbor are crediting a building’s sprinkler system with saving the structure.
According to authorities, the fire happened at about 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 7, at a building located on Ellsworth Road, just east of Varsity Drive.
Firefighters responding to the scene forced their way into the building and found water flowing from under a door. Inside that room, they found a fire in a trash can that did not spread because of the activated sprinkler system.
Authorities said the fire was caused by the trash can being too close to the boiler.
The fire was extinguished, the water was shut off and the building was ventilated. No injuries were reported.
Ann Arbor, MI – Sprinkler system activated for fire at apartment complex
According to authorities, the fire happened Saturday night at an apartment complex on Lyndenglen Drive. The Ann Arbor Fire Department said the fire was caused by hot ashes being placed on a wood pile on an outside balcony.
The damage to the apartment complex is estimated to be $5,000. Authorities said without the sprinkler, the fire would have made it into the attic before fire crews arrived.
The Ann Arbor Fire Department said any ash removed from a fireplace should be placed in a steel container with a lid and cooled for at least 24 hours. The container should never be inside, on a wooden porch, deck or balcony and needs to be placed at least 10 feet away from any structure to cool.
Lapeer, MI – Sprinkler system contains forklift fire at commercial building
When the first Lapeer truck arrived on scene firefighters found the sprinkler system had activated which contained the fire to the forklift. Firefighters advanced into the building and extinguished the fire without incident, said Lapeer Fire & Rescue Chief Mike Vogt.
“Damage was limited to the forklift, however smoke did fill a majority of the building. One employee was evaluated by Lapeer County EMS for possible smoke inhalation, but was not transported to the hospital.
“This incident is an excellent example of how important sprinkler systems are to businesses,” said Vogt. “The sprinkler system was effective at containing the fire, allowed the employees to exit the building in safe conditions, and limited overall damage to the business. We also are thankful that employees called 911 quickly. Early notification is also a critical step in persevering life and property.”
Plymouth, MI – (no media coverage) Sprinkler system activated for fire in exhaust fan motor; No injuries reported
The fire was called in at approximately 02:30 AM on 9/11/22 as a water flow alarm and NCFD responded.
NCFD was able to get the fire under control and quickly put it out due to the building’s sprinkler system keeping the fire in check until firefighters got there.
There were no injuries reported and the reason for the fire was from a restroom ceiling exhaust fan motor.
Spring Lake, MI – Small school fire extinguished by sprinkler system
The Spring Lake Fire Department (SLFD) says units arrived at the school after 6 a.m. to find no signs of fire from the outside. Subsequent investigations revealed a small fire that had been put out by a sprinkler inside one of the classrooms, officials explain.
We’re told firefighters remained on scene to help clear out smoke and assist with the school’s cleanup efforts.
SLFD says the incident is an example of how sprinkler systems minimize fire damage and overall risks to public safety.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
Milford, MI – Sprinkler system activated for vehicle fire at GM; No injuries reported
General Motors is now investigating the cause of the fire. According to a report from Detroit Free Press, which cites a statement by Brighton Area Fire Authority Chief Mike O’Brian, the fire started on Sunday around 6:30 a.m. local time.
GM’s fire brigade was the first to notice smoke coming from the building and called 911. Brighton and Milford firefighters responded and were able to quickly extinguish the blaze. According to O’Brian, the fire was largely extinguished by the building’s sprinkler system by the time firefighters arrived on the scene.
“It was a vehicle that started the fire,” O’Brian said. “How it started? We don’t know that. That’s under investigation. There were no injuries. There was smoke throughout the structure and we worked with GM to get the smoke evacuated.”
Employees are expected to return to work at the lab later this week.
According to GM spokeswoman Maria Raynal, the fire was related to the “12V system” on a “development vehicle.” However, although the automaker declined to specify whether the development vehicle in question was all-electric or an internal combustion engine, Fire Chief O’Brian did recently make a statement to WWJ Newsradio 950 outlining the hazards of EV development, saying “You’re gonna see a lot more events that when there’s a fire involving an electrified vehicle or an energy stored system. You’re going to see a lot more protection of the exposures in allowing the fire event to burn itself out or to consume itself.”
The GM Milford Proving Ground first opened in 1924 as the industry’s first dedicated automobile test facility, and now includes 4,800 staff and 142 buildings, as well as 132 miles of test roads.
Recently, General Motors was faced with a lawsuit levied against the automaker by Milford residents accusing GM of contaminating the local drinking water.
Ann Arbor, MI – Sprinkler system activated for fire at hotel; No injuries reported
Fire crews were called at 8:47 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 2, to the Holiday Inn, 3155 Boardwalk Drive, south of Eisenhower Parkway for a report of a fire in the building, according to the Ann Arbor Fire Department.
Crews arrived to find smoke coming from a second-floor room. They began preparing for stand-pipe operations, unloading fire hoses to be connected to a hydrant, officials said.
Firefighters located the source of the smoke, a vacant hotel room, and entered the room to discover the fire was being suppressed by the building sprinkler system, officials said.
A second alarm was initially called, but then canceled after fire crews were able to bring the fire under control, officials said.
No injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire was determined to be an issue with the room’s ventilation system, officials said.
Guests of the hotel were displaced for the night and relocated to the nearby Sheraton hotel, officials said.
The Pittsfield Township Fire Department, Huron Valley Ambulance and the Ann Arbor Police Department assisted at the scene.
