Hays Fire Department
At about 6:56 p.m. Monday, the Hays Fire Department was dispatched to a report of a structure fire with smoke showing located at 1725 Haney Drive in Hays.
Upon arrival, fire crews found a detached garage behind the home heavily involved with fire. Crews quickly deployed two 1 ¾-inch handlines to attack the fire.
Firefighters quickly brought the fire under control. Crews stayed on the scene, searching for and extinguishing hot spots.
No injuries were reported. An investigation was conducted after the fire to try and determine the cause and origin of the fire. The investigation concluded that the fire was accidental.
The Hays Fire Department, Ellis County Fire Department Company 5, Ellis County EMS, Hays Police Department and Midwest Energy all responded.
The Hays Fire Department would like to remind everyone to check smoke and CO alarms to make sure they are functioning correctly.
Please contact the Hays Fire Department if you are interested in the smoke alarm program. You can also find more information at our website www.haysusa.com.