Chesterfield County, Va. – A kitchen fire has left two residents without a home following a blaze on Monday night. The fire, which occurred at approximately 9:47 p.m. on March 24, was reported in the 1600 block of Inspiration Drive.
According to Chesterfield County Fire and EMS, crews responded quickly, arriving within five minutes of the initial call. Upon reaching the scene, firefighters discovered a three-story home engulfed in flames, with fire visibly pouring from one of the windows. Crews immediately entered the building and began working to contain the blaze.
Assistant Fire Chief John Boatwright, who was on the scene, stated that the firefighters were able to extinguish the fire swiftly, preventing further spread. However, significant damage was reported, particularly in the kitchen where the fire is believed to have originated. The fire was caused by cooking, according to preliminary findings. The flames spread beyond the kitchen, affecting other parts of the home.
Fortunately, one person was home at the time of the fire and was able to safely evacuate before firefighters arrived. No injuries were reported. The displaced residents, one of whom was the person at home when the fire started, are being assisted by family members.
This fire marks the 33rd kitchen-related fire reported in Chesterfield County since the beginning of 2025, a concerning trend that has local authorities urging residents to be vigilant while cooking.
As the investigation into the fire continues, officials are reminding residents of the importance of kitchen safety to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.
