December 8, 2025

Morning Fire Damages Vacant Home in Louisville

Louisville, Kentucky, December 8, 2025

An early morning fire in Louisville resulted in significant damage to a vacant home in the Portland neighborhood and affected two nearby residences. The Louisville Fire Department responded swiftly, containing the blaze to the second floor. One firefighter was injured during the operation. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, with no other injuries reported. This incident highlights the ongoing fire safety concerns in the area.

Louisville, Kentucky – Early Morning Fire Engulfs Vacant Home, Damages Two Others

Louisville, Kentucky – An early morning fire on December 6, 2025, severely damaged a vacant home and affected two neighboring residences in the Portland neighborhood. The incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. in the 200 block of North 19th Street. Firefighters from the Louisville Fire Department responded promptly to the scene, where they found the second floor of a two-story, unoccupied house ablaze. The fire was confined to the second floor and did not spread to adjacent structures. A total of 25 firefighters worked to extinguish the flames. During the operation, one firefighter sustained non-life-threatening injuries from a fall and was transported to the hospital. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Louisville Metro Arson Unit. At the time of the incident, utilities were not connected to the vacant home. No other injuries were reported.

Recent Fire Incidents in Louisville

In addition to the Portland neighborhood fire, Louisville has experienced several other fire-related incidents in recent days. On December 3, 2025, Anchorage Middletown Fire & EMS units responded to a residential structure fire on the 14000 block of Harkaway Avenue in East Louisville. The first unit arrived five minutes after dispatch and found a working fire with heavy smoke coming from the front and left sides of a one-story single-family dwelling. Crews made entry and started an interior fire attack but encountered a heavily engulfed structure. After a few minutes, due to deteriorating fire conditions, firefighters exited the structure and shifted to a defensive exterior attack. Despite the challenges presented by frigid temperatures and an icy work scene, the fire was contained to the structure of origin, which suffered extensive damage throughout.

On December 6, 2025, a camping stove fire displaced a man in Louisville’s Iroquois neighborhood. The fire was caused by using the stove for heat due to disconnected electricity. Despite significant damage, all occupants safely evacuated, and no injuries were reported.

Fire Safety Tips

These incidents highlight the importance of fire safety measures. Residents are advised to ensure that all heating appliances are used according to manufacturer instructions and to have working smoke detectors installed in their homes. In case of a fire, evacuate immediately and call emergency services from a safe location.

FAQ

What caused the fire in the Portland neighborhood?

The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Louisville Metro Arson Unit. At the time of the incident, utilities were not connected to the vacant home.

Were there any injuries in the Portland neighborhood fire?

One firefighter sustained non-life-threatening injuries from a fall and was transported to the hospital. No other injuries were reported.

What other fire incidents have occurred in Louisville recently?

On December 3, 2025, Anchorage Middletown Fire & EMS units responded to a residential structure fire on the 14000 block of Harkaway Avenue in East Louisville. On December 6, 2025, a camping stove fire displaced a man in Louisville’s Iroquois neighborhood.

What fire safety measures should residents take?

Residents are advised to ensure that all heating appliances are used according to manufacturer instructions and to have working smoke detectors installed in their homes. In case of a fire, evacuate immediately and call emergency services from a safe location.

Key Features of the Incident

Feature	Details
Location	200 block of North 19th Street, Portland neighborhood, Louisville, Kentucky
Date and Time	December 6, 2025, around 11:30 p.m.
Incident	Fire engulfed the second floor of a vacant two-story house
Firefighters Deployed	25 firefighters from the Louisville Fire Department
Injuries	One firefighter sustained non-life-threatening injuries from a fall; no other injuries reported
Cause of Fire	Under investigation by the Louisville Metro Arson Unit; utilities were not connected to the vacant home at the time of the incident
Neighboring Structures	Two neighboring residences were affected; fire was confined to the second floor of the vacant house and did not spread to adjacent structures