Residential Fire Leaves St. Cloud Home a Total Loss; No Injuries Reported
Published: November 1, 2025.
ST. CLOUD, MINNESOTA—Early Friday afternoon, the St. Cloud Fire Department responded to a report of a structure fire at a single-family residence in the 900 block of 10th Avenue South, near University Drive. The incident was reported at approximately 11:54 a.m. on October 31, 2025, according to a departmental critical incident report.
When firefighters arrived, they found heavy fire and smoke coming from the attached garage, with flames extending into the home's central living area. Crews quickly deployed multiple attack lines to combat the blaze both inside the house and in the fully involved garage. Firefighters also conducted an aggressive search of the structure to ensure no one was trapped inside. A ladder was placed at a second-story window to provide rapid access during the search, which confirmed that all occupants had safely exited before the department’s arrival.
Mutual aid was provided by the Sartell Fire Department, which assisted with refilling firefighter air tanks at the scene. The St. Cloud Police Department, Mayo Ambulance, and the American Red Cross also assisted with the response and recovery efforts.
The coordinated attack brought the fire under control, but the home sustained extensive fire damage to both the garage and interior living areas, rendering it unlivable. No injuries were reported among residents or emergency personnel.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Minnesota State Fire Marshal’s Office
Photograph of a firefighter initiating a ladder-based search. Provided by the St Cloud Fire Department.
Written by: Will Wight
Video Provided by: Doug Kiesling
Photo Provided by: St Cloud Fire Department
