The Bettendorf Fire Department responded promptly to a shed fire on the MercyOne Genesis Bettendorf campus on Thursday afternoon. The fire, which was reported at 2:05 p.m., occurred at 2222 53rd Ave., near the former ORA Orthopedics building. Firefighters found the shed fully engulfed in flames upon arrival.

Swift Response Prevents Further Damage

Thanks to the quick action of the fire crews, the blaze was contained before it could spread to a nearby detached three-car garage. Officials confirmed that there were no injuries and that the fire posed no hazard to the nearby medical facilities, including MercyOne Genesis Bettendorf Gastroenterology Associates and MercyOne Genesis Orthopedics.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, and no further information has been released at this time. The Bettendorf Fire Department’s efficient response highlights the importance of local emergency services in safeguarding community infrastructure and ensuring public safety.

Original reporting: KCRG News – Cedar Rapids, IA — read the source article.