Albert Lea house fire

City News April 27, 2026

Albert Lea Fire Rescue (ALFR) responded to 730 Alcove St., on April 25, at 7:16 p.m. for the report of a house fire.

Upon arrival, firefighters found fire showing on two sides of the house. Firefighters advanced hose lines and extinguished the fire. The residents were located at a neighbor’s and had no injuries. The residents had heard smoke alarms sounding in the home, went to check a rear bedroom and found fire. They quickly exited the structure with their pets and called 911.

The home and contents are a total loss.

The Minnesota Fire Marshal’s Office was contacted and coordinated with the department investigator.

The cause remains under investigation.

The Albert Lea Police Department, Mayo Clinic Ambulance Service and Salvation Army also assisted at the scene.

ALFR reminds residents to check their smoke alarms and practice a home escape plan.

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