From the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District:
Chicken Coop Fire on Westwood Trail
On March 16, 2026, at 1:14 p.m., the Woodstock Fire/RescueChicken Coop Fire on Westwood TrailDistrict responded to the 1400 block of Westwood Trail for a reported structure fire.
While crews were en route, additional information indicated the fire involved a chicken coop located near a structure on the property.
Firefighters arrived a short time later to find the large coop fully engulfed.
Crews quickly stretched a hose line and had water on the fire within minutes, extinguishing the flames before they could spread to the nearby structure.
Unfortunately, nearly a dozen chickens are believed to have perished in the fire.
No injuries to residents or firefighters were reported.
Crews remained on scene extinguishing hot spots and cleared the scene approximately one hour later.
As a safety reminder, heating elements and electrical devices used in outdoor structures such as coops, barns, and sheds should be specifically rated for outdoor use and able to withstand exposure to wind, rain, and snow.
Electrical cords and equipment should be properly protected from the elements and secured so animals cannot chew, damage, or disturb wiring, which can create a potential fire hazard.
Photos are courtesy of the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District.
