Late‑Night House Fire in Milbank Contained Quickly; No Injuries Reported

Steve Jurrens
Jun 4
1 min read

Firefighters on a blue house roof at night, using ladders and hoses while gear lies scattered on the lawn under bright lights.

Northeast Radio SD News – Milbank, SD - The Milbank Fire Department responded to a late‑night house fire Wednesday after receiving a dispatch at 10:57 p.m. for a residence at 402 East 4th Avenue.

According to Milbank Fire & Rescue, the occupants were home when the fire began but were able to exit the structure safely before crews arrived.

Firefighters and fire trucks respond to a nighttime house fire on a suburban street, with hoses stretched across wet pavement.

Firefighters located flames in the second‑floor ceiling and attic area. A fast response and quick extinguishment limited the overall damage to the home. The structure sustained fire, smoke, and water damage, but no injuries were reported.

Agencies assisting at the scene included:

· Milbank Fire Department

· Grant Roberts Ambulance

· Milbank Police Department

· Grant County Emergency Management

· Grant County Sheriff’s Office

Firefighters on a roof beside a house at night, with red fire trucks, a ladder, flashing lights, and wet pavement.

The American Red Cross was contacted to support the residents.

Milbank Fire & Rescue noted the importance of supporting local emergency agencies, emphasizing that keeping equipment updated plays a critical role in effective response.

Firefighters on a house roof at night beneath an extended ladder truck, with ladders and hoses against a blue two-story home.