BAYOU VISTA, La. (February 17, 2026) — The Bayou Vista Volunteer Fire Department responded to a four-alarm structure fire Tuesday evening that damaged multiple homes on Delmar Avenue.
At approximately 4:57 p.m., firefighters were dispatched to a reported residential fire at 1154 Delmar Avenue. The first arriving engine reached the scene at 5:01 p.m. and reported heavy smoke and flames coming from the residence. The fire quickly spread to neighboring homes located at 1160 Delmar Avenue and 1150 Delmar Avenue.
Due to the size and intensity of the blaze, crews initially began a defensive firefighting operation at the primary residence, as conditions were too dangerous for interior entry. Firefighters were able to enter one of the adjacent homes to extinguish flames that had extended into the attic space. As conditions improved, crews transitioned to an interior attack.
The fire ultimately escalated to a four-alarm response, bringing 38 firefighters from four departments, along with six junior firefighters, to assist. Fire crews remained on scene until 10:21 p.m.
Agencies Responding
The Bayou Vista Volunteer Fire Department responded with:
1 Chief unit
2 Engines
1 Ladder truck
1 Service truck
14 Firefighters
4 Junior firefighters
Mutual aid and support were provided by:
Morgan City Fire Department
Berwick Fire Department
Patterson Fire Department
Acadian Ambulance
St. Mary Parish 9-1-1 Communications District
St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office
Bayou Vista Water District
Cleco
Patterson Gas Department
No Injuries Reported
Officials confirmed no injuries were reported as a result of the incident. The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the department’s Fire Investigation Division.
Statement from Fire Chief Gerald Price
Fire Chief Gerald Price reminds residents to ensure smoke detectors are installed and functioning properly in their homes. Free smoke alarms are available through the Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal Operation Save a Life program, with installation provided at no cost.
Chief Price also emphasized that when a fire is discovered, occupants should immediately evacuate and never re-enter the home for any reason, noting that this incident serves as a reminder of how quickly conditions can become dangerous once a fire starts.
