CFD Stops Basement Fire on Meahme Trail

On Wednesday, April 29 at approximately 5 p.m., The Crawfordsville Fire Department responded to a reported residential structure fire in the 1100 block of Meahme Trail.

Upon arrival, fire crews observed smoke coming from the basement of the residence and confirmed that all occupants had safely evacuated. Firefighters entered the home, conducted a search, and quickly located a small fire at the basement ceiling level. The fire was rapidly extinguished, and ventilation operations were initiated to minimize smoke damage.

The residence sustained minor to moderate structural damage as a result of the fire and subsequent overhaul operations.

At this time, the fire is considered unintentional with the cause still under investigation.

Assisting agencies were the Waynetown Volunteer Fire Department, Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, Montgomery County Central Communications Center, Centerpoint Energy, and Crawfordsville Electric light & Power.