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2 dogs lost in Red Oak garage fire Monday night

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December 3rd, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Red Oak, Iowa) – A garage fire Monday night in Red Oak claimed two dogs’ lives. According to the Red Oak Fire Department, firefighters from Red Oak, Stanton and Elliott were dispatched to a fully engulfed garage at around 8:20-p.m.
Upon arrival, fire crews had a fully engulfed garage with extension beginning to the occupied house. Crews confirmed the occupants were evacuated and began suppression operations. Fire crews were able to keep the fire contained to the garage (preserving the house). (Photos via the ROFD Facebook page)
There were 2 dog kennels occupied w/in the garage area that were unfortunately taken by the fire. Wood burning stove inside the garage had been utilized approximately 1 hour prior to the fire call. No injuries to civilians or firefighters reported.
Fire crews wrapped up fire-ground operations at approximately 10:00 p.m. Agencies assisting in handling incident include:
  • Red Oak Police
  • Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office
  • Montgomery County Communications
  • and MidAmerican Utilities (Gas/Electric)