4 people, 2 pets safe from house fire in Altoona

Altoona FD fight challenging conditions in morning fire

ALTOONA, Iowa -- The Altoona Fire Department battled "challenging conditions" during a Saturday morning house fire. According to the Altoona Fire Department, at approximately 5:16 a.m. crews were dispatched to the 400 block of 22nd Avenue SW on reports of a residential fire. Crews arrived on scene and found heavy fire and smoke coming from the home's garage and front porch areas. According to authorities, crew began an aggressive attack from the…

Firefighters respond to intense house fire on Lear Road in Altoona

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Firefighters are battling a large house fire on Lear Road in Altoona, where heavy flames have engulfed an attached garage and spread to the home. Crews took a defensive firefighting position as flames broke through the roof of the two-story residence. Emergency responders remain on the scene, working to contain the blaze. Get the latest news, weather forecasts and sports stories delivered straight to your inbox! Sign up fo…

4 people, 2 pets safe from house fire in Altoona

Freezing temperatures became a challenge for firefighters.