North Miami Home Fire Extinguished After Crews Find Heavy Smoke, Flames, and Ignited Gas Cylinders

Fire crews contain morning blaze in North Miami neighborhood

Firefighters extinguished a house fire that broke out Wednesday morning at a home in North Miami, after arriving to find heavy smoke and flames coming from the structure’s south side. Emergency crews were dispatched shortly before 9:30 a.m. to the area near Northwest 130th Street and Northwest 10th Avenue.

On arrival, firefighters advanced hose lines to conduct an interior and exterior fire attack. During suppression efforts, crews identified gas cylinders that had ignited. A second hose line was deployed to cool the cylinders and reduce the risk of re-ignition, a step commonly used to stabilize hazards that can intensify heat conditions and complicate firefighting operations.

No injuries reported; assistance requested for residents

No injuries were reported, and no one was transported for medical care. The incident drew multiple fire-rescue units, and the American Red Cross was requested to assist affected residents. The extent of damage to the home was not publicly detailed in initial incident information, and officials had not released information on the number of occupants displaced.

Utility and scene safety considerations

Residential fires can require additional safety measures beyond extinguishment, including controlling secondary hazards such as compromised electrical service, heat-damaged structures, and pressurized or combustible containers. In this incident, the presence of ignited cylinders prompted cooling operations to prevent flare-ups while crews continued overhaul work and ensured the fire did not extend beyond the primary burn area.

Investigation into the origin and cause

A fire investigation was opened to determine how the blaze started. Fire investigators typically examine potential ignition sources, the fire’s area of origin, and contributing factors such as electrical faults, cooking-related incidents, smoking materials, or accidental heat exposure. Findings are generally released after scene processing and follow-up assessments, particularly when physical evidence must be documented before cleanup begins.

What residents can expect after a structure fire

In the aftermath of a home fire, residents commonly face steps that can include confirming the property’s structural safety, coordinating with insurers, and securing temporary housing if smoke or heat damage makes parts of the home uninhabitable. When utilities are impacted, restoration often depends on inspections and clearance to re-energize services.

• Emergency response was reported shortly before 9:30 a.m. near NW 130th Street and NW 10th Avenue in North Miami.
• Firefighters used hose lines to extinguish the flames and cooled ignited gas cylinders to prevent re-ignition.
• No injuries or hospital transports were reported; assistance was requested for impacted residents.
• The origin and cause of the fire remained under investigation.

Officials said the cause of the fire had not been determined as investigators continued their work.