VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - Unattended cooking caused a fire at an apartment in Valdosta Wednesday afternoon, according to fire officials.

On Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at around 4:23 p.m., the Valdosta Fire Department (VFD) responded to the report of an apartment fire at 1718 Northside Drive. The first fire unit arrived on scene within five minutes to find light smoke showing from the second-floor of a multi-family apartment building.

According to VFD, fire crews immediately initiated operations, quickly bringing conditions under control and the cause of the fire was unattended cooking.

No injuries were reported during the incident, and no occupants were displaced.

VFD says they urge residents to prioritize fire safety in the kitchen as the holiday season approaches. To prevent cooking-related fires, always stay in the kitchen while frying, grilling, or boiling food and keep flammable items like towels and packaging away from heat sources. Additionally, ensure your smoke alarms are functioning properly.

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