Salida, CO- Salida Fire Department (SFD) responded to a working structure fire at 821 ½ E Street at 5:15am on Friday, April 24th, 2026. A chief officer arrived first, established command, and Engine 11 (E11) responded immediately.
Firefighters found heavy fire coming from windows, posing an exposure risk to a nearby home.
Crews accessed the scene from the alley, deployed a hose line, and knocked down the fire threatening the adjacent structure before making entry to the building. An aggressive interior attack brought the main body of fire under control. A primary search confirmed no occupants inside. After fire control, potential areas of origin were identified and investigated by command staff. Firefighters later completed overhaul operations, extinguished remaining hot spots, and removed salvageable personal belongings.
The homeowner reported hearing loud noises before noticing smoke and safely evacuated children from a nearby residence before calling 911.
The fire was contained to the structure of origin. No injuries were reported.
For more information, contact the Salida Fire Department- 719 239 2212.
The City of Salida, CO, is the statutory seat of Chaffee County with a population of approximately 5,700 residents. Salida is a family-friendly community ideally situated in central Colorado – known by many as the “Heart of the Rockies,” both for its geographic location and the abundance of arts, cultural and recreational amenities found here. The city is dedicated to maintaining a safe, fiscally responsible and forward-thinking government where residents, businesses and visitors can thrive. Explore more about Salida at www.cityofsalida.com.
