02/13/2026
On February 12th at 8:20 pm, Radford Fire/EMS and Radford City Police Department were dispatched for a structure fire in the 400 Block of Downey St.
Initially, Medic 1, Medic 3 and Engine 2 responded. Engine 2 stopped at a hydrant to drop a supply line and then proceeded to the scene.
Once on scene, a 2-story multi-family dwelling was found with fire coming from the Bravo side of the structure, and a working fire assignment was called.
Firefighters pulled a crosslay and made entry to the second floor and began fire suppression. Additionally, a primary search was completed after unconfirmed reports that all residents had evacuated, no victims were found. After approximately 10 minutes, the bulk of the fire was under control and firefighters began overhaul, finding and extinguishing hot spots. Truck 1, EMS-1, Brush 1 and 100 (Fire Chief) also responded. Fairlawn Volunteer Fire Department Engine 3 and Chief 3 responded as mutual aid.
The cause of the fire is suspected to be a grease fire caused by cooking.
Five people are displaced and currently being assisted by Bondurant Realty. Two patients were evaluated by EMS as a precaution and released on scene. One cat was rescued from the building. There were no civilian or firefighter injuries reported.
We would like to thank our 911 dispatchers, mutual aid firefighters, and police officers for their assistance! Please keep those affected in your thoughts and prayers!
