Updated: 8/6/2025, 3:09 PM 

Two residents were taken to the hospital with serious injuries last Thursday. Tulsa Fire says one of them later died. One firefighter also sustained minor burn injuries and was treated.

In response, TFD is activating its “After the Fire” program, with firefighters going door-to-door in the neighborhood and surrounding areas–distributing fire safety information and installing smoke alarms.

Assistant Fire Marshal Bryan Runyan says smoke alarms are good, but pairing that with an escape plan is just as important.

“If you've practiced your escape plan, then when you wake up from a smoke alarm, you know what's going on and you can safely escape the house,” Runyan said. “If you don't have that to wake you up, the consequences could be severe.”

Residents can reach out to the Tulsa Fire Department by phone or visit the City of Tulsa website if they need a smoke alarm installed.

TFD is still unsure what started the fire.

Oklahoma Natural Gas crews also responded via statement:

Our crews responded to 30 S Phoenix Ave., Tulsa, OK and are working with the Tulsa Fire Department and local emergency responders. 

If you do smell natural gas, leave the area immediately then call 911 and our Emergency Line 800‑458‑4251. Do not use any electrical equipment such as phones, garage doors, or light switches until you are a safe distance away from the odor.

We reached out today to ask what they found and are waiting to hear back.

Original breaking news story below...

7/31/2025

Firefighter, 2 others injured after Tulsa house fire and possible explosion

The Tulsa Fire Department said three people, including one of its firefighters, are being evaluated for injuries after a home caught fire with a "possible explosion" Thursday afternoon.

TFD said the crews responded to the 911 call just after 1 p.m. at the home near W. 1st Street and S. Phoenix Avenue. Andy Little told News On 6 that a firefighter suffered minor burns and was taken to the hospital for treatment and evaluation.

Two residents at the home who were seen leaving the house as authorities arrived were also transported to the hospital. Their conditions are not known.

The department said crews were able to get the fire under control in about 18 minutes.

Now, investigators are working to determine the cause of the fire.