Jun 28, 2024 at 07:54 PM

MONTECITO, CA – Montecito Fire responded to a reported structure on the 200 block of Dawlish Place at 6:02 p.m. on Thursday, June 27, 2024.  

Firefighters first on scene reported smoke showing from the residence. They completed an interior search and confirmed no one was trapped inside. After ventilating the roof, the fire was knocked down within 20 minutes. The residents were not home at the time of the incident, however firefighters unfortunately found the family’s cat which had succumbed to the exposure of smoke and heat. 

Preliminary investigation into the cause of the fire determined it to be an electrical issue. The entire home suffered damage by fire, heat and smoke. The residence’s garage was not damaged.

We are grateful to the neighbors in the area who noticed the smoke and called 911 immediately. Additionally, we would like to thank our partners from Carpinteria-Summerland Fire Protection District, Santa Barbara City Fire Department, Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office, CHP - Santa Barbara and AMR for their assistance with this incident.