On Thursday night, firefighters responded to an alarm at the Northwest Iowa Community College residence hall, Sioux Hall. The incident occurred just before 11:00 p.m., prompting a swift response from local fire crews.
Smoke Discovered at Sioux Hall
Upon arrival, firefighters encountered smoke in both the hallway and laundry area of the residence. Fire Chief Brad Hindt reported that the source of the smoke was identified as a burned belt from one of the washing machines.
No Injuries Reported
Fortunately, no injuries occurred during this incident. Firefighters acted quickly to ventilate the affected area. Chief Hindt confirmed that the damage was confined to the washing machine.
Response Time and Conclusion
The fire team conducted a thorough inspection and completed their work within approximately thirty minutes. After ensuring the safety of the hall, they returned to the fire station, relieved that the situation was managed without further incident.
- Location: Northwest Iowa Community College, Sioux Hall
- Date of Incident: Thursday night
- Time of Alarm: Just before 11:00 p.m.
- Cause: Burned belt on washing machine
- Injuries: None reported
- Response Time: Approximately 30 minutes
