Lafayette house fire caused by cooking accident
UPDATE, 10/24/25, 5:25 p.m.: The house fire in the 800 block of Alice Drive that occurred earlier this today began due to a grease fire, firefighters said.
According to officials, fire crews entered the home and discovered the fire in the kitchen. The flames quickly spread to the attic of the residence eventually venting through the roof. Firefighters were able to get the fire under control within 20 minutes. The single-family dwelling sustained heavy fire damage.
The home was occupied by 4 individuals when the fire started. Firefighters reported one of the occupants was preparing to fry some fish in the kitchen when the grease ignited. They attempted to extinguish the fire, but it quickly increased in size. The family exited the smoke-filled home and called 911.
The occupants escaped the residence without any injuries reported
Fire officials determined the fire started in a skillet used to fry fish. The grease ignited and flames spread to the attic via the hood vent.
The firemen identified the cause of the fire as an accident.
ORGINAL STORY: LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) -- Lafayette firefighters are on the scene of a house fire in the 800 block of Alice Drive, officials said.
The fire is under control. The occupants escaped the residence without injuries, authorities said.
This story will be updated as more information becomes available.