1 Hospitalized After Kitchen Fire In Hamden

HAMDEN, CT — One person was hospitalized for medical evaluation after a kitchen fire Thursday night in Hamden, according to fire officials. Crews were dispatched to a fire at 163 Helen St. at 6:02 p.m. on March 19. Rescue 2 arrived at the scene at 6:03 p.m. and reported smoke coming from the rear of the home, according to Fire Marshal Brian Dolan.

“Rescue 2 personnel encountered a heavy smoke condition emanating from the kitchen,” Dolan wrote in a news release. “The crew was able to knock down the bulk of the fire utilizing a water can. Engine 2 extinguished the remaining fire and hot spots in the surrounding area. The fire was declared under control by Battalion Chief John Spencer after approximately 15 minutes.”

Dolan determined that the fire was caused by a pan of oil igniting on a stove top burner. The fire then quickly spread to the adjacent cabinets.

Dolan said there was extensive damage to the kitchen area and smoke damage throughout the home. Two residents were home at the time of the fire and were able to safely evacuate. One resident was taken to the hospital for medical evaluation, according to Dolan.

The residents will be staying with family members while the house undergoes necessary repairs, Dolan said.

The following companies responded to the fire: E2, E3, E5, R2, S1, T1, C1, C2, C3, C5, C7

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