The Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal (SFM) is investigating a residential fire that resulted in the death of a Denham Springs resident.
Fire crews from the Livingston Parish Fire Department were called to a house fire shortly before 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in the 7900 block of Conrad Street. A 74-year-old woman died in the fire. A 77-year-old man escaped unharmed.
Initial findings from SFM investigators suggest the fire began in the attached garage. The exact cause has not yet been determined. However, the possibility of an electrical event has not been ruled out. Authorities noted that the home was equipped with working smoke alarms and saved the man’s life.
“This tragic incident highlights how quickly a fire can turn deadly, even when there is an early warning,” said DPS Principal Assistant, Chief Bryan J Adams. “Smoke alarms can provide those crucial extra moments needed to get out safely. We encourage everyone to make sure alarms are installed and functioning on every level of the home and in sleeping areas.”
Officials continue to stress that properly installed and maintained smoke alarms greatly improve survival chances during a fire and can be life-saving.
Through the SFM’s Operation Save-A-Life program, residents are eligible to receive free smoke alarms along with professional installation to ensure they are working correctly.
For more information about fire safety or to request a free smoke alarm installation, contact your local fire department or visit lasfm.org.
