11/01/2026
Shortly after 1:00 p.m. today, the Danbury Emergency Communications Center received a report of a fire at an apartment complex on Kohanza Street. Fire units were immediately dispatched and, while responding, were advised that there were possibly two occupants trapped on the second floor.
Upon arrival, Car 30 made contact with a Danbury Volunteer Firefighter who had been driving by the complex and noticed smoke coming from a window. The firefighter confirmed that there was an active fire on the second floor.
As additional units arrived, firefighters immediately initiated an aggressive rescue effort, entering the fire apartment through a second-floor window. Crews located an unconscious victim and quickly removed the individual through the window and down a ladder.
Despite life saving efforts, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
During the primary search of the apartment, firefighters also located and removed a dog. Unfortunately, attempts to revive the animal were unsuccessful.
Three firefighters were transported to Danbury Hospital's Emergency Department for treatment of minor burns sustained during the incident.
The Danbury Fire Marshal's Office, in coordination with the Danbury Police Department, is investigating the cause and origin of the fire.
Our thoughts are with the victim's family, loved ones, and all those affected by this tragic incident. We also recognize the efforts of the firefighters and first responders who worked under difficult and dangerous conditions.
