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Woman Killed in North Fair Oaks Garage Fire as Investigation Begins

Authorities are examining the blaze in a detached garage with Hurlingame Avenue closed to traffic.

Overview

  • San Mateo County Sheriff’s deputies and Redwood City firefighters responded to the 600 block of Hurlingame Avenue around 4:45 a.m.
  • Crews brought a heavily involved detached garage fire under control in about 15 minutes, and the main home sustained smoke damage.
  • A 31-year-old woman was rescued from the garage and was pronounced dead at the scene despite life-saving efforts.
  • Two other occupants self-evacuated before crews arrived and were not injured.
  • Officials said Hurlingame Avenue will be closed throughout the day as detectives from the sheriff’s office, the district attorney’s office and the coroner investigate.