Stoney Ridge Place House Fire

May 18, 2013 - The Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire at the corner of Stoney Ridge Place and Spring Forest Drive. On arrival crews found heavy fire venting from the attaic and garage of 202 Stoney Ridge Place. The exterior of the home at 8809 Spring Forest Drive was also on fire. Neighbors had already alerted occupants at both homes, and occupants were evacuated prior to FWFD's arrival. A quick knock-down was accomplished on the neighboring home, limiting damage to only the exterior of the structure. At the same time, multiple hose lines and a master stream nozzle were put into operation originating fire site. The fire was called under control after 15 minutes but crews remained on scene for three hours during investigation and clean-up. The cause of the fire was determined to be electrical in nature. The attached garage and two vehicles were destroyed. One firefighter was taken to the hospital for over exertion and was released later in the day.