From the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District:
Detached Garage Fire on Clay Street
On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 10:58 a.m., the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District responded to the 1300 block of Clay Street in Woodstock for reports of a structure fire.
The first arriving unit arrived a short time later and observed heavy smoke and fire showing from a detached garage.
The garage was located in close proximity to two nearby homes, creating an immediate exposure concern.
Based on conditions upon arrival, the incident was upgraded to a working fire, prompting the response of additional resources from neighboring fire departments.
Firefighters deployed hose lines and had water on the fire within two minutes of arrival, quickly knocking down the bulk of the fire.
Their actions prevented the fire from extending to the nearby homes.
Crews remained on scene for two additional hours to complete overhaul operations and conduct an investigation.
The homeowners were home at the time of the fire.
No injuries were reported to civilians or firefighters.
The structure and contents of the garage are considered a complete loss, with initial damage estimates totaling $200,000.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District.
As a safety reminder, the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District encourages residents to use caution when charging batteries and battery-powered devices.
Lithium-ion batteries should only be charged using the manufacturer-approved charger, kept away from combustible materials, and never left charging unattended or overnight.
Residents are also reminded that extension cords are intended for temporary use only and should not be used as a long-term power solution.
Electrical circuits should never be overloaded, as this can create a serious fire hazard.
The Woodstock Fire/Rescue District thanks the neighboring agencies who responded and assisted at the scene.
