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Commercial Fire Near Court Street and E. McAndrews Leaves One Burn Victim, Prompts Investigation
MEDFORD, Ore. — A commercial structure fire involving multiple vehicles brought a large emergency response to the area of Court Street and East McAndrews Road Monday night, resulting in one burn victim being transported to the hospital and prompting an extensive investigation involving fire marshals and law enforcement.
Fire Reported Near Auto Business
Just after 9:00 p.m., emergency dispatchers began receiving multiple reports of smoke and fire in the area of a vehicle dealership and several commercial properties near East McAndrews Road and Court Street.
Initial reports referenced multiple nearby addresses before responders ultimately focused on a property at approximately 1216 Court Street, near the corner of Court and Kennet streets. Radio traffic later identified the involved building as a glass and windshield showroom located adjacent to a vehicle sales lot.
Working Fire Found on Arrival
Medford Fire Department crews arrived on scene at approximately 9:12 p.m. and reported a working fire involving an outbuilding situated between commercial structures. Command was established as East McAndrews Command as additional resources were assigned to the incident.
During a 360-degree size-up, firefighters reported multiple vehicles burning on the Charlie side of the property. Crews also noted a nearby occupied structure behind the burning vehicles, increasing concerns about potential victims and possible fire extension.
Firefighters initiated an aggressive offensive attack while simultaneously conducting primary searches of exposed structures.
Additional crews were assigned to forcible entry, water supply operations, and search functions while Medford Police assisted with traffic control and road closures around Court Street, Kennet Street, and nearby intersections.
Fire Quickly Brought Under Control
Despite the volume of fire and multiple vehicle involvement, crews reported the fire knocked down at approximately 9:17 p.m., only minutes after arriving on scene.
Following knockdown, firefighters completed primary and secondary searches and shifted their efforts toward overhaul, exposure protection, and scene stabilization.
Pacific Power was also notified and responded to assist with utility concerns at the property.
Burn Victim Located
Shortly after the fire was brought under control, firefighters reported locating a victim on the Charlie side of the incident and requested an ambulance to the scene.
Patient care began immediately before the individual was transferred to Mercy Flights personnel for transport to Rogue Regional Medical Center. Scanner traffic indicated the victim suffered significant burn injuries.
Several fire personnel accompanied the patient to the hospital as part of the transport and patient-care process. Fire investigators later traveled to Rogue Regional Medical Center to conduct follow-up interviews related to the incident.
Investigation Underway
The incident quickly transitioned into both a suppression and investigative operation.
Fire Marshal units responded to the scene and coordinated with command staff as crews completed fire attack and overhaul operations. Law enforcement supervisors assisted with scene management, owner notifications, access control, and traffic coordination throughout the incident.
At one point, responders requested crime scene tape to secure portions of the property while investigators documented conditions and gathered information.
Radio traffic indicated investigators also sought follow-up information related to the victim after transport to the hospital.
Media Arrives as Operations Wind Down
As crews remained on scene completing overhaul and investigative work, local media arrived in the area shortly after 10:00 p.m. Responders coordinated perimeter access and parking while fire companies gradually cleared the scene.
Although the main body of fire had been extinguished within minutes of arrival, investigative and follow-up activities continued well after knockdown.
Timeline of Events
| Time | Event |
| ~9:07 p.m. | Multiple callers report smoke and fire near Court Street and E. McAndrews Road |
| ~9:09–9:10 p.m. | Reports narrow to the 1216 Court St. area |
| ~9:12 p.m. | Engine 12 arrives, reports a working fire and establishes command |
| ~9:13–9:16 p.m. | Multiple vehicles found burning; fire attack and searches initiated |
| ~9:17 p.m. | Fire knocked down; Court Street impacted by supply line operations |
| ~9:18–9:22 p.m. | Burn victim located and treated; ambulance transport initiated |
| ~9:22–9:27 p.m. | Fire Marshal units arrive and begin coordination |
| ~9:24–9:36 p.m. | Scene security expanded; investigative activities increase |
| ~9:45–9:50 p.m. | Hospital follow-up interviews conducted |
| ~10:03 p.m. and later | Media arrives as suppression operations wind down |
Incident Summary
- Location: Approximately 1216 Court St., near E. McAndrews Road
- Type: Commercial/outbuilding structure fire
- Additional Involvement: Multiple vehicles burning
- Injuries: One burn victim transported to Rogue Regional Medical Center
- Response: Medford Fire Department, Medford Police Department, Mercy Flights, and Fire Marshal investigators
- Road Impacts: Temporary traffic disruptions around Court Street and nearby intersections
- Investigation: Fire marshals conducted scene and hospital follow-up as investigators worked to determine the circumstances surrounding the fire
The cause of the fire has not been released. Information in this article is based on emergency radio traffic and on-scene communications and may be updated as additional official details become available.