The Woodland Fire Department responded early Friday morning to the scene of a second alarm structure fire at a residence on the 400 block of West Street.

According to a Fire Department Facebook post, crews were able to quickly knock down the main fire, but due to the age and construction of the home, they were still working to extinguish spot fires. Later in the morning, they posted an update, reporting that all three residents of the structure fire were transported to the hospital and are in stable condition.

It was determined that the home did not have sufficient working smoke alarms.

“We want to take this opportunity to remind everyone that functioning smoke detectors save lives. Please check yours regularly and make sure they are installed in every bedroom, outside sleeping areas, and on every level of your home,” the Fire Department said via their Facebook post.

The American Red Cross stepped in to assist the Fire Department with those displaced by the fire by ensuring that they have the support they need during this time.

In October 2024, the city of Woodland proclaimed Oct. 6 to 12 as “Fire Prevention Week,” with the theme “Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work for You.” The theme served as a way to help residents understand the importance of having working smoke alarms in their homes.

The proclamation read during the Oct. 1 city council meeting stated that, according to the National Fire Protection Association, “home fires have killed more than 2,700 people in the U.S. in 2022, and fire departments have responded to 360,000 home fires.”

The proclamation also read that all residents should install smoke alarms in every sleeping room, separate sleeping areas and on every level of their homes. Residents should also be testing their smoke alarms at least once a month.

“Our goal this week is to ensure every resident knows how to test, maintain their smoke alarms. Simple steps like monthly testing and replacing fire alarms every 10 years can make the difference between life and death. Smoke alarms provide early warning, giving families the precious seconds to escape from fires,” Woodland Fire Marshal Matt Flint said.