At 3:29 PM on May 26th, Grand Junction Fire Department responded to multiple reports of a home fire on the 400 block of Chuluota Avenue. When crews arrived on scene they found the home engulfed in flames with everyone evacuated from the home. Two patients were medically evaluated on scene. Five adults and two pets have been displaced. The origin and cause of the fire are under investigation.
American Red Cross will be assisting the people who are displaced from the home. Grand Junction Police Department responded to assist with traffic control and scene safety. Xcel Energy responded to assist with securing utilities.
For more information on this incident contact the Community Outreach Office at (970)549-5800 or by email at GJFirePIO@gjcity.org.