Second-Alarm House Fire Destroys Home in Lakeville
Photo provided to us by the family.
Published: May 12, 2026 | Updated: May 12, 2026 at 3:30 pm.
LAKEVILLE, MINNESOTA - A home in Lakeville was destroyed Tuesday morning after a fast-moving fire broke out in the 8900 block of 211th Street, prompting a second-alarm response.
According to scanner traffic, the fire was dispatched just before 6:50 a.m., with the Lakeville Fire Department initially responding to reports of a structure fire. Early radio traffic indicated that two people were believed to be inside the home, with one individual potentially trapped on the second floor. While crews were still en route, firefighters reported seeing heavy smoke visible on the horizon, confirming the seriousness of the incident before arriving on scene.
The first fire units arrived around 6:53 a.m. and found the home fully engulfed in flames. The incident was quickly upgraded to a second alarm, bringing in mutual aid assistance from the Farmington Fire Department. Additional support was later requested from the Burnsville Fire Department at approximately 7:35 a.m. to assist with city coverage while Lakeville crews remained committed to the scene. Lakeville Fire Chief reports that one firefighter was treated for minor burns, but no other residents or emergency personnel were injured.
The family additionally confirmed that everyone inside the home escaped safely, though they report the home is a total loss. However, one cat remains unaccounted for following the fire. Lakeville fire officials confirmed that the Red Cross was providing the family with assistance and resources.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Additional information is expected after officials with the Lakeville Fire Department complete their investigation and release further details.
Written by: Will Wight
