On January 22, 2024 at approximately 12:11 p.m., the Escondido Police and Fire Communication Center received reports of a residential structure fire located at the 2000 block of Roseann Ave. Fire
units observed smoke showing from a distance and requested a working fire upgrade for additional resources. The first arriving engine reported a well involved, working structure fire located in the
garage area.
Aggressive action by the firefighters located, contained, and controlled the fire activity in about 20 minutes from time of dispatch. The fire from the garage spread throughout the attic space causing further damage and requiring significant overhaul to completely extinguish. Electrical and gas utilities were secured to safely extinguish the fire and prevent further hazards. There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
