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• BRFD: 6 people displaced from fire at Belhaven Circle home

  August 20, 2026 8:26 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Six people were displaced after a home in a neighborhood off Wooddale Boulevard caught fire. According to Baton Rouge Fire officials, the Belhaven Circle home caught fire around 5:37 p.m. Firefighters arrived shortly after to find heavy smoke coming from the home and three of the... more »

• Burn bans continue to increase across Louisiana; what this means as high temperatures persist Play Video

  August 20, 2026 7:14 AM

  HAMMOND - Twenty-two parishes across Louisiana are under burn bans, including East Feliciana, St. Helena and Tangipahoa parishes, with that list expected to grow. The bans are due to extremely dry conditions and follow requests by local fire chiefs. The ban restricts open burning, which means burning outside... more »

• TEAM 2 TRAFFIC: Vehicle fire blocks I-10 westbound off-ramp to Lobdell in West Baton Rouge Parish Play Video

  August 20, 2026 6:29 AM

  PORT ALLEN — A vehicle fire blocked an off-ramp on I-10 westbound at the La. 415/Lobdell exit in West Baton Rouge Parish. The fire was first reported around 5:16 a.m. on Thursday. Around 6 a.m., the roadway reopened. more »

• Fire expert weighs in on having up-to-date equipment following city lawsuit against manufacturers Play Video

  August 19, 2026 11:58 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Holden-based truck manufacturer Ferrera Fire Apparatus is named in a lawsuit filed by the city of Baton Rouge, along with its parent company, Rev Group, Pierce Manufacturing LLC, its parent company, Oshkosh Corporation, plus Rosenbauer America. The truck manufacturers are all members of the Fire Apparatus... more »

• Zachary Fire Department participates in the Food Fight to Feed Zachary Play Video

  August 17, 2026 1:46 PM

  ZACHARY —The Zachary Fire Department announced on Monday that it will be participating in the Food Fight to Feed Zachary. The project collects non-perishable food items to help fill the shelves at the Zachary Food Pantry. Those wanting to participate can drop off items at Station 81 located... more »

• Brusly man sentenced to 49 years for shooting teen and burning body in an attempt to hide evidence Play Video

  August 17, 2026 1:21 PM

  ADDIS — A Brusly man was sentenced to 49 years in prison on Monday after pleading guilty to manslaughter for the killing of 18-year-old Ja'Morius Mitchell in 2024 in West Baton Rouge Parish. According to District Attorney Tony Clayton, 20-year-old Tyler Davis shot and killed Mitchell in a sugarcane... more »

• 2 people hospitalized after pickup truck overturns along Frenchtown Road in Central Play Video

  August 17, 2026 9:00 AM

  CENTRAL — A truck overturned along Frenchtown Road in Central overnight on Sunday. According to Central Fire Department officials, all five of the department's stations, as well as St. George Fire Department rescue, responded to find the truck overturned in a canal between Country and Planchet roads. After... more »

• Tangipahoa Parish president issues burn ban amid dry conditions

  August 14, 2026 1:36 PM

  AMITE — Tangipahoa Parish President announced a burn ban for residents in the parish on Friday. The ban is due to extremely dry conditions around the parish and follows a request by the local fire chiefs, according to Tangipahoa Parish President Robby Miller. "After talking with the fire... more »

• Steeple replaced on Ponchatoula arts center that was struck by lightning, damaged in fire Play Video

  August 13, 2026 5:33 PM

  PONCHATOULA - Crews are continuing to rebuild the Twin Steeples Creative Arts Center following a March fire that heavily damaged one of the buildings. On Thursday, a new steeple was added to the top of the building that was struck by lightning and caught fire. The center... more »

• Berwick Fire Department drafts water from Atchafalaya River to battle 3rd Street blaze, 2 injured Play Video

  August 13, 2026 1:25 PM

  BERWICK — A fire broke out at a Berwick office building, leading to a multi-agency response that included firefighters drafting water from the Atchafalaya River to douse the flames. The Berwick Fire Department responded Wednesday afternoon to an office building on 3rd Street that was fully engulfed in flames.... more »

• Alice Street house catches fire early Friday morning; BRFD investigating cause Play Video

  August 7, 2026 6:22 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A house caught fire early Friday morning along Alice Street in Baton Rouge. The fire first broke out around 4:20 a.m., a Baton Rouge Fire Department spokesperson told WBRZ. Crews arrived to find heavy flames coming from the back of the home. Within 30 minutes... more »

• Ponchatoula art gallery rebuilding after March fire Play Video

  August 6, 2026 2:07 PM

  PONCHATOULA - A historic art gallery in Tangipahoa Parish is rebuilding following a fire in March . Twin Steeples Creative Arts Center said Thursday morning that the building's entire roof truss system has been replaced. The repairs were necessary after lightning struck the center March 9, sparking a... more »

• One of the two suspects who escaped Border Patrol has been caught in Tangipahoa Parish Play Video

  August 3, 2026 1:32 PM

  PONCHATOULA — One of two suspects who escaped while being transported through Tangipahoa Parish by Border Patrol agents has been caught, according to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office. According to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office, agents conducted a traffic stop on I-12 eastbound at the Tangipahoa/St. Tammany parish line... more »

• West Baton Rouge officials investigating odor reported along I-10 Play Video

  August 3, 2026 12:46 PM

  PORT ALLEN — The West Baton Rouge Parish Government announced on Monday that it received multiple reports from residents about an odor along I-10. According to officials, the smell was reported from I-10 to Highway 1 South, with the West Baton Rouge Fire Department and the Public Utilities Department... more »

• Fire officials investigating after early morning fire at L'Auberge restaurant Play Video

  August 3, 2026 9:27 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A fire broke out at L'Auberge Casino and Hotel early Monday morning. According to the St. George Fire Department, the fire was first reported at 1 a.m. and happened inside one of L'Auberge's restaurants. Firefighters saw flames coming from the roof of the building when... more »

• Livingston resident transported to hospital following venomous snake bite

  August 1, 2026 3:38 PM

  LIVINGSTON — A person in Livingston was transported to the hospital after being bitten by a venomous snake on Saturday afternoon. According to the Livingston Police Department, the person was bitten by a venomous Eastern Copperhead and was taken to a hospital for further treatment. The Livingston Police... more »

• Investigators say second fire at residence on Robertson Avenue was intentionally set Play Video

  August 1, 2026 10:21 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Fire Department is investigating a structure fire that was intentionally set on Robertson Avenue on Friday evening. According to the department, the fire occurred around 5:22 p.m. when firefighters arrived to find smoke coming from the doorway of a detached shed that had... more »

• Baton Rouge crews are inspecting the Mississippi River Bridge after a big-rig fire Play Video

  July 31, 2026 6:23 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Traffic is still crawling 15 hours after a major crash on the interstate this morning near the I-10 and I-110 interchange. An 18-wheeler traveling toward the Mississippi River Bridge crashed into a guardrail and caught fire, blocking traffic for multiple hours. The truck was carrying bottles... more »

• Baker Fire Department responds to fire near intersection of Thomas, Gibbons roads Play Video

  July 31, 2026 12:03 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baker Fire Department responded to a structure fire near the intersection of Gibbons and Thomas roads on Friday. WBRZ first learned about the fire around 10:45 a.m. Video from the scene captured by WBRZ's news crew shows heavy smoke billowing from the roof as... more »

• Who cleans up? Burgin Avenue trash fire leaves neighbors searching for answers Play Video

  July 14, 2026 4:51 PM

  UPDATE : On Wednesday afternoon, the city cleaned up the pile of charred debris. BATON ROUGE - Neighbors are trying to figure out who is responsible for cleaning up the mess left behind from a trash fire outside a home, since the homeowner died in June. The pile... more »

• Tangipahoa Fire District testing hydrants in Amite City

  July 13, 2026 11:12 AM

  AMITE — The Tangipahoa Parish Fire District will be testing hydrants in Amite City over the next few days, according to fire officials. Fire crews will be conducting flow testing in the Southwest section of the city. Officials warn that the testing may cause a disturbance of settlement in... more »

• BRFD responds to overnight house fire on North 15th Street caused by electrical short circuit Play Video

  July 12, 2026 12:42 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Fire Department responded to a house fire on North 15th Street that was caused by an electrical short circuit. According to the department, the fire occurred around 12:19 a.m. on Sunday, with crews arriving to find four occupants safely outside as smoke came... more »

• 3 people displaced following Saturday morning house fire on Royalwood Drive Play Video

  July 11, 2026 1:35 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Three people were displaced following a Saturday morning house fire on Royalwood Drive, according to the Baton Rouge Fire Department. Fire officials said the fire began around 10:45 a.m. when an occupant inside the residence smelled smoke, which led to the discovery of a fire in... more »

• More than 1,000 power banks recalled by manufacturers after multiple reports of overheating batteries

  July 10, 2026 2:21 PM

  BATON ROUGE — On Friday, Flaunt recalled more than 1,000 of its MagSafe power bank chargers after multiple lithium-ion batteries overheated and caught fire. Around 1,400 Flaunt MagSafe Battery Charger power banks with model number E33A are being recalled. "FLAUNT" is engraved on the front right side of the... more »

• Central Fire Department: 4 people displaced after early Friday morning fire along Devall Road Play Video

  July 10, 2026 9:30 AM

  CENTRAL — Firefighters put out a fire at a mobile home along Devall Road in Central early Friday morning. Central Fire Department crews responded to the fire around 4:25 a.m. According to fire officials, all four occupants made it out of the home, and no one was injured. ... more »

• Hammond Fire crews put out fire at abandoned house behind Chick-Fil-A on US 190

  July 7, 2026 8:32 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Firefighters put out a fire at an abandoned house behind the Chick-Fil-A on U.S. 190 in Hammond on Tuesday morning. The Hammond Police Department was first called about the fire around 5:55 a.m. After crews arrived, the fire was quickly brought under control. No injuries... more »

• Baton Rouge veterans center may take years to reopen after suffering nearly $1M in fire damages Play Video

  July 6, 2026 7:02 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A fire caused close to a million dollars in damage to a veterans center on South Sherwood Forest Boulevard that provided free mental health services to veterans and their families, and it could be years before the facility reopens. The Vet Center served veterans and their... more »

• Fire at Baton Rouge veterans center closes both lanes of South Sherwood Forest Boulevard Play Video

  July 5, 2026 11:46 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Fire Department responded to a fire at the Baton Rouge Vet Center on South Sherwood Forest Boulevard on Sunday. According to fire officials, the fire began around 7:10 a.m., causing South Sherwood Forest Boulevard to be closed in both directions near Coursey Boulevard.... more »

• Power restored following underground transformer explosion in the French Quarter Play Video

  July 5, 2026 10:23 AM

  NEW ORLEANS — Power was restored to about 900 residents on Sunday after parts of the French Quarter were evacuated due to a fire caused by an exploding transformer on the night of the Fourth of July, according to a report by WWL-TV . The outage occurred around 10:36... more »

• Fireworks recalled for possible malfunctions ahead of Fourth of July holiday

  July 3, 2026 1:16 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Fireworks sold around the country were recalled on Thursday ahead of the Fourth of July holiday for risk of explosion and burn hazards. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the Unity 7 Shot 200 Gram Aerial Cake Firework Devices and the Roman Candles 8 Shot... more »

• Livingston Parish fire officials urging firework safety this weekend Play Video

  July 2, 2026 12:14 PM

  LIVINGSTON - Fire officials in Livingston Parish are urging residents to follow safety protocols when using fireworks this weekend. Fireworks are illegal in East Baton Rouge Parish and other areas of the capital region, but are legal in parts of Livingston Parish. Livingston Parish Fire Protection District 2... more »

• Baton Rouge Fire Department respond to vacant house fire on South 12th Street Play Video

  July 1, 2026 5:42 AM

  BATON ROUGE —Baton Rouge Fire Department responded to a vacant house around midnight. Fire officials said the fire happened in the 1200 block of South 12th Street. Firefighters arrived to find the structure fully engulfed in flames. They searched the residence and extinguished the fire. The home... more »

• Addis home catches fire along Myhand Street; officials say home did not have smoke detectors Play Video

  June 29, 2026 7:05 AM

  ADDIS — Early Monday morning, firefighters, police and first responders were called to a home that caught fire along Myhand Street in Addis. Officials first reported the fire just before 4:30 a.m., with West Baton Rouge Parish Fire officials adding that crews quickly brought the fully involved fire at... more »

• 4 injured in multi-vehicle crash that led to 2 separate car fires at Greenwell Springs Road and Platt Drive

  June 28, 2026 3:53 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Fire Department extinguished two separate vehicle fires at the scene of a multi-vehicle crash that injured four people at Greenwell Springs Road and Platt Drive on Sunday morning. According to officials, the crash occurred around 11:30 a.m., with one of the three vehicles... more »

• West Baton Rouge Fire Department responds to grease fire on Court Street in Port Allen Play Video

  June 28, 2026 11:34 AM

  PORT ALLEN — The West Baton Rouge Fire Department responded to a fire on Court Street in Port Allen on Saturday. According to the department, fire crews discovered a grease fire in the kitchen of a manufactured home before quickly extinguishing the flames, containing the damage to the kitchen... more »

• St. George Fire Department warns residents about the dangers of leaving children inside locked vehicles Play Video

  June 27, 2026 2:35 PM

  ST. GEORGE — The St. George Fire Department warned residents about the dangers of leaving children inside locked vehicles on Saturday as temperatures continue to rise in the region. The department has responded to 28 calls for a child locked inside a vehicle so far this year. According to... more »

• BRFD: Man arrested on arson charges after Curtis Street air conditioning unit catches fire Play Video

  June 25, 2026 9:01 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Fire Department has arrested a man accused of setting an air conditioning unit on fire along Curtis Street in May. Tyler Armstead, 31, is accused of setting the fire near the corner of Curtis and Jones streets on May 26. Investigators say... more »

• Vacant house along Progress Road catches fire twice in one week; BRFD investigating as arson Play Video

  June 25, 2026 8:51 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A vacant house along Progress Road that caught fire earlier in the week became engulfed in flames yet again Thursday morning, Baton Rouge Fire officials said. The house, just off Scotland Avenue, caught fire around 4:40 a.m. on Thursday. Firefighters put the fire out just before... more »

• Baton Rouge Fire Department responds to Monday morning house fire on Progress Road Play Video

  June 22, 2026 9:59 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Fire Department responded to a house fire on Progress Road early Monday morning. According to the department, the crews arrived around 5:45 a.m. to find smoke and flames coming from the back of the home. Firefighters searched the residence before extinguishing the fire,... more »

• Prairieville Sammy's Grill closed until further notice following electrical fire Play Video

  June 18, 2026 12:27 PM

  PRAIRIEVILLE - No one was inside Sammy's Grill on Perkins Road when it caught fire late Wednesday night, Prairieville Fire officials said. Firefighters arrived at 10:04 p.m. to find the rear of the restaurant on fire. "No one was on the premises. We actually had to force entry into the... more »

• St. George Fire Department responds to late-night structure fire on Burbank Drive

  June 15, 2026 3:07 PM

  ST. GEORGE — The St. George Fire Department responded to a late-night structure fire on Burbank Drive. According to the department, the fire occurred on Wednesday around 11:15 p.m., with fire crews arriving to find fire showing from the exterior of a large two-story row-style apartment building. Crews... more »

• Baton Rouge Fire Department responds to early Saturday morning house fire on South 16th Street Play Video

  June 13, 2026 10:31 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Fire Department responded to an early Saturday morning house fire on South 16th Street. According to the department, crews arrived around 12:30 a.m. to find the home fully involved in flames; however, both occupants were safely outside when crews arrived. While the... more »

• 74-year-old woman killed in Sunday morning fire in Denham Springs Play Video

  June 7, 2026 1:24 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — The Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal is currently investigating an early Sunday morning residential fire in Denham Springs that claimed the life of a 74-year-old woman, according to Livingston Parish Fire Protection District #5. The fire occurred on Conrad Avenue off Acadiana Avenue around 2:30... more »

• Fire crews respond to early morning fire along La. 1019 Play Video

  June 6, 2026 11:09 AM

  LIVINGSTON — Livingston Fire Protection District 4, along with the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office, responded to an early morning structure fire on La. 1019 near the Hunstock Road exit on Saturday. According to officials, the fire began around 4:15 a.m. when a tree limb fell on electrical wires attached... more »

• Woman accused of setting trailer on fire on Victoria Drive Play Video

  June 5, 2026 2:15 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A 20-year-old is behind bars after being accused of setting a trailer on fire on Victoria Drive on Tuesday morning. According to the Baton Rouge Fire Department, investigators arrived around 8:44 a.m. to find smoke and fire coming from the bedroom window of the trailer on... more »

• Hazmat unit responds to LSU Lakes as rain washes road tar into lake water Play Video

  June 1, 2026 5:40 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Fire Department's Hazmat Unit responded to the LSU Lakes on Monday afternoon after a road tar substance spilled into the water. According to the department, a road maintenance crew placed the tar along the roadway at the intersection of Ebony Street and Baywood... more »

• Man faces felony charges after allegedly setting a fire in the doorway of a home during an argument Play Video

  June 1, 2026 1:49 PM

  BELLE ROSE — A 65-year-old man is facing felony charges after he allegedly poured gasoline in the doorway of a home and set it on fire following an argument, according to the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office. According to Sheriff Leland Falcon, on Sunday evening, Spencer Joseph got into an... more »

• Person transported in critical condition following fire on Jefferson Highway recovering, according to BRFD Play Video

  May 25, 2026 12:58 PM

  ST. GEORGE — The Baton Rouge Fire Department shared that a person transported to the hospital in critical condition is recovering following a fire on Jefferson Highway on Thursday. On Thursday, the fire department found the person outside suffering from smoke inhalation after a kitchen caught on fire at... more »

• Driver extracted from vehicle after early morning crash along Highway 398 in Assumption Parish

  May 25, 2026 12:35 PM

  LABADIEVILLE — The Labadieville Volunteer Fire Department, along with the Bayou L'Ourse Volunteer Fire Department, responded to a two-vehicle crash on Highway 398 early Monday morning. According to the fire department, crews arrived to find one vehicle on its side off the roadway with the driver needing to be... more »

• SGFD puts out structure fire along Grand Way Avenue; investigators say it was cause by lightning strike

  May 23, 2026 1:44 PM

  ST. GEORGE — The St. George Fire Department responded to a structure fire along Grand Way Avenue off Nicholson Drive on Saturday just before noon that firefighters say was caused by a lightning strike. Fire crews were able to put the fire under control within 20 minutes. St.... more »

• Popular Kentwood barbecue restaurant left severely burned following Saturday morning fire Play Video

  May 23, 2026 10:24 AM

  KENTWOOD — A popular barbecue restaurant in Kentwood was left severely burned following an early Saturday morning fire. Officials said Hart's Bar-B-Que and Seafood caught fire around 12:30 a.m., leaving the restaurant with "much" damage. "Hart's Bar-B-Que has been one of Kentwood's thriving businesses for many years and... more »

• Fire crews respond to garage fire on Goodwood Avenue in Baton Rouge Play Video

  May 22, 2026 5:01 AM

  BATON ROUGE— Baton Rouge Fire Department responded to a garage fire early Friday morning. The fire happened just after midnight on Goodwood Avenue. Fire officials said that the fire was coming from a shed, and it started along a wall where some appliances were plugged in. No... more »

• Pickup truck catches fire on Airline Highway at Old Hammond Highway

  May 18, 2026 3:04 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Flames and thick, black smoke were seen billowing from a pickup truck on Airline Highway at the intersection of Old Hammond Highway on Monday afternoon. Firefighters were seen battling the vehicle fire as first responders redirected traffic. The Baton Rouge Fire Department said no... more »

• Voters turn down tax renewals for two fire protection districts in Pointe Coupee Parish Play Video

  May 16, 2026 8:34 PM

  MORGANZA – Voters in the Batchelor and Morganza areas on Saturday rejected separate votes on property taxes that would have benefited their local fire districts. Near Batchelor, voters in Fire Protection District No. 1 turned down a 6.8-mill property tax that would have raised about $239,500 a year through... more »

• Nottoway Plantation owners file lawsuit a year after mansion burns down Play Video

  May 15, 2026 4:29 PM

  PLAQUEMINE — The owners of the Nottoway Plantation, which burned down a year ago, have filed a lawsuit against the Iberville Parish government. The Nottoway Plantation, the largest in the South, burned down on May 15, 2025. The lawsuit, which includes Parish President Chris Daigle and the City... more »

• Utility pole fire shuts down Highland Road at railroad tracks near Old Perkins Road Play Video

  May 11, 2026 10:05 AM

  ST. GEORGE — The St. George Fire Department responded to a utility pole on fire on Highland Road at the railroad tracks near Old Perkins Road on Monday. The department said Highland Road was shut down in both directions. SGFD confirmed around 2:30 p.m. that the scene was... more »

• Hammond Fire Department responds to early morning house fire on Washington Drive

  May 11, 2026 9:18 AM

  HAMMOND — The Hammond Fire Department responded to a house fire early Monday morning on Washington Drive. According to the department, the fire began around 6:08 a.m. when crews arrived to find a single-wide mobile home on fire. Fire crews quickly contained the flames. There were no reported... more »

• Crash blocks roadway on Highland Road near Woodleigh Drive

  May 9, 2026 11:05 AM

  ST. GEORGE — The St. George Fire Department is currently responding to a crash on Highland Road that has left the roadway closed. According to the department, the crash has caused the road to be blocked near the intersection of Woodleigh Drive by the Observatory. Drivers in the... more »

• Baton Rouge Fire Department arrests man for arson in connection with house fire in Zachary Play Video

  May 8, 2026 9:56 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Fire Department arrested a man on Thursday in connection with a Tuesday house fire on New Weis Road in Zachary. The department arrested 30-year-old Nicholas Spann following an investigation conducted in conjunction with the Zachary Fire Department. Investigators said the fire began... more »

• Man arrested for allegedly setting trash compactor on fire two days in a row

  May 7, 2026 4:27 PM

  ST. GEORGE — A man was arrested for allegedly setting fire to his apartment complex's trash compactor two days in a row. The St. George Fire Department said that around 3:30 a.m. on April 14, it responded to a fire at Tapestry at Long Farms apartments off Antioch Road.... more »

• BRFD puts out attic fire caused by work light along Overton Drive

  May 7, 2026 8:11 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge firefighters put out a fire in the attic of an Overton Drive home on Wednesday. The fire, which BRFD crews responded to around 2:23 p.m., was caused by an electric work light inside the attic near the air conditioning unit. Firefighters found light smoke... more »

• St. George Fire Department responds to crash on Highland Road

  May 4, 2026 8:38 PM

  ST. GEORGE — Crews with the St. George Fire Department are currently on the scene of a crash on Highland Road at the intersection of Boulevard Louisiane. The crash left both lanes of Highland blocked. Drivers in the area should use caution or seek alternative routes. more »

• Baton Rouge firefighters put out Wednesday morning house fire along Adams Avenue Play Video

  April 29, 2026 2:55 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge firefighters put out a house fire along Adams Avenue on Wednesday morning. The Baton Rouge Fire Department said it was called to the home just after 11 a.m. When they arrived, firefighters found smoke coming from the side of the home. A fire... more »

• Fire, first responder crews extinguish overnight fire at Shell Norco refinery Play Video

  April 28, 2026 7:12 AM

  NORCO — Fire and first responder crews responded to an overnight fire at the Shell Norco refinery, with crews still working Tuesday morning to extinguish the flames. The fire was first reported on Monday evening at one of the refinery’s process units. By 3 a.m. on Tuesday, Shell... more »

• Volunteer fire departments respond to mobile home fire in Bayou Vista

  April 27, 2026 11:29 PM

  BAYOU VISTA —The Berwick Volunteer Fire Department responded to a mobile home fire on Sebbys Lane in Bayou Vista on Saturday afternoon. According to the department, firefighters arrived around 3:45 p.m. to find heavy smoke and fire conditions coming from a mobile home. Crews containing volunteers from multiple... more »

• House fire on Broad Court caused by portable air conditioning unit powered by extension cord

  April 27, 2026 5:50 PM

  ST. GEORGE — The St. George Fire Department responded to a Sunday night house fire on Broad Court. According to the department, fire crews arrived around 8:10 p.m. to find smoke coming from a single-story residence. Firefighters extinguished the flames within minutes before checking for extension into the... more »

• Livingston Parish fire chief disciplined; board names acting chief in meantime Play Video

  April 27, 2026 3:17 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — A Livingston Parish fire chief is being disciplined after allegedly using a racial slur during a meeting, and the fire district board has named an acting chief. In early April, allegations surfaced that Livingston Parish Fire Protection District 5 Chief Joe Koczrowski used a slur during... more »

• Fire crews respond to Sunday night structure fire on Broad Court

  April 26, 2026 10:00 PM

  ST. GEORGE — Crews with the St. George Fire Department are currently on the scene of a working structure fire at the 13700 block of Broad Court. The department asks that the public please avoid the area at this time. No additional information was immediately available. more »

• St. George Fire Department responds to structure fire on Starwood Court near Gardere Lane

  April 26, 2026 4:44 PM

  ST. GEORGE — The St. George Fire Department is currently on the scene of a structure fire at the 8100 block of Starwood Court near the intersection of Port Drive off Gardere Lane. Officials ask that the public please avoid the area at this time. more »

• Car crashes into home on Charleston Villa Drive early Saturday morning Play Video

  April 25, 2026 1:41 PM

  ST. GEORGE — A vehicle crashed into a residence on Charleston Villa Drive early Saturday morning, according to the St. George Fire Department. Fire officials said the incident occurred around 2:07 a.m., with crews arriving to find a vehicle fully inside a single-story residence with fire showing. As... more »

• House fire shuts down Hatchell Lane in Denham Springs, police say Play Video

  April 24, 2026 11:53 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — A house fire along Hatchell Lane has shut down the road in Denham Springs until crews get it under control. Denham Springs Police said the carport area of a home caught fire, and firefighters are actively working to put it out. Hatchell Lane is shut... more »