Residential fire sprinkler extinguishes garage fire (Rancho Santa Fe, CA)

On July 24, at 2:02 a.m., firefighters responded to a residential fire. When they arrived on scene, firefighters found that a single sprinkler head had activated and extinguished a fire in the garage near the water heater. One person was home at the time and was able to safely evacuate the home.  “No doubt this would have been a fully-involved garage fire in the sprinkler system was not present,” said Battalion Chief Fred Cox. “This is an excellent example of how residential fire sprinkler systems can save lives and property.”  After the firefighters made sure the fire was out and restored the fire sprinkler system, the occupant of the home was allowed to return to the residence.