Redmond garage fire contained after quick response

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Firefighters from Redmond Fire & Rescue prevented a garage blaze from spreading to a family home Sunday evening at NW Teak Ave., thanks to a swift response to multiple 911 calls.

Crews arrived around 7 p.m. to find heavy flames in the garage with fire starting to extend into the main residence, but they quickly knocked it down and kept it contained. All residents and pets escaped safely, and no injuries were reported among occupants or firefighters.

Investigators determined the fire ignited when gasoline vapors came into contact with a nearby operating propane heater.

Redmond Fire & Rescue issued a safety reminder: When working with flammable liquids like gasoline, ensure all ignition sources, including heaters, are completely turned off.

Damage estimates were not immediately available, but officials noted the rapid action likely saved the home from greater destruction.

(KTVZ News / Based on Redmond Fire & Rescue press release)