Fifth-wheel RV destroyed in LaCrosse fire

Press release from Alachua County Fire Rescue

Units from Alachua County Fire Rescue and the LaCrosse Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 7:48 p.m. this evening. Upon arrival, crews found a metal shed with a fifth wheel motor home fully involved. Crews made an attack on the fire and were able to extinguish it in about 10 minutes. There were no injuries or other structures threatened.

Alachua County would like to remind you to not overload electrical outlets and ensure all candles are extinguished prior to leaving home. The incident is under investigation by the Alachua County Fire Marshall’s office.