A house fire Tuesday in Twin Falls badly damaged a residence and prompted a swift, coordinated response from local law enforcement and firefighters, according to magicvalley.com.
Police officers on scene evacuated residents from the home before they were even aware a fire was burning. First responders noted afterward that the outcome underscored the importance of teamwork between law enforcement and fire personnel working a scene together.
No additional details about injuries or the cause of the blaze were immediately available. Twin Falls-area residents are reminded to ensure working smoke detectors are installed throughout their homes. Local first responders have recently demonstrated similar quick-action coordination in other emergencies across Twin Falls County.