BATTLE CREEK, Mich. – The Battle Creek Fire Department was initially called for a fire alarm at 183 West St. at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28. After dispatching the first fire alarm, the incident was upgraded to a structure fire when a second alarm was activated.

The BCFD's Rescue 2 arrived within three minutes and made their way to the fifth floor, while Car 3 arrived on scene and established command. Once Rescue 2 reached the apartment unit and made entry, they discovered that the sprinkler system had activated and located a fire in the kitchen.

Rescue 2 quickly extinguished the fire, while Engine 1 assisted with advancing hose, Engine 3 brought fans up to ventilate the floor, and Rescue 6 took control of the water to the sprinkler system. Additional crews assisted with occupants in the building and provided axillary rolls.

Due to the quick action of the BCFD's crews and the sprinkler system, the fire was contained to the kitchen area of the apartment unit, where it started. There was no fire damage to any other areas of the building and, thankfully, there were no injuries reported.