Norwalk Homeowner Escapes Blaze As Crews Beat Back Flames

Smoke alarms likely saved a Norwalk homeowner’s life early Sunday morning, March 9, when they sounded in the middle of the night after a blaze broke out at their house, authorities said.

Norwalk firefighters battle a blaze at 4 Tonetta Circle in the early morning of Sunday, March 9.
Photo Credit: *Norwalk Fire Department*

Josh Lanier

03/09/2025 4:31 p.m.

The fire began just after 12:45 a.m. in the basement of a home on 4 Tonetta Circle. Flames quickly extended to the first floor. The homeowner escaped safely before the fire reached them, the Norwalk Fire Department said.

Norwalk firefighters reported the basement and multiple first-floor rooms sustained significant damage, but no injuries were reported.

Authorities used the incident to highlight the importance of regularly replacing smoke alarm batteries. They urged residents to use the time change as a reminder.

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