Winnfield firefighters contain Boone Street structure fire, no injuries reported

The Winnfield Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire on Feb. 28 on Boone Street.

A total of eight Winnfield firefighters were on scene working to bring the fire under control. The department was assisted by three firefighters from Winn Fire Protection District #3, along with a tender apparatus due to a nearby hydrant that was not fully operational.

Officials said the fire was successfully contained to the structure through the coordinated efforts of all responding personnel. No firefighter injuries were reported.

Fire officials reminded residents to ensure smoke alarms are functioning properly and to have an emergency plan in place for their homes.