Residential Structure Fire - City of Pacifica

On September 10, 2024, at 7:34 p.m.., 6 Fire Companies, 2 Chief Officers, and 1 Fire Investigator responded to a residential structure fire at 1495 Adobe Dr., in the City of Pacifica.

The first arriving fire company found heavy smoke coming from a single story, single family dwelling. Firefighters made entry and began search and rescue operations and located 1 occupant who they safely brought to the exterior, while simultaneously using hose lines to knock the fire down prevent fire spread. The occupant was evaluated by firefighter paramedics. There were no injuries to citizens or firefighters. Firefighters remained on scene for over two and a half hours checking for extension and conducting overhaul operations. The family of three is being assisted by the American Red Cross.

The cause of the incident was determined to be accidental and the result of combustibles too close to cooking appliances. A family pet may have inadvertently dislodged newly purchased groceries onto a counter-top cooking appliance.

North County Fire Authority encourages residents to unplug counter-top appliances when not in use.