PHILIPSBURG:--- At approximately 6:30 PM on Tuesday, July 8th, 2025, emergency services were dispatched to La Rosa Restaurant following a report of a vehicle on fire.
Upon arrival, first responders found a white Lexus fully engulfed in flames, dangerously close to two large propane cylinders—one weighing approximately 500 pounds and the other 300 pounds. The presence of these cylinders posed a significant safety hazard.
Before the Fire Department arrived, two individuals attempted to extinguish the blaze, including the vehicle's owner. For their safety, they were instructed to leave the area immediately due to the high risk of explosion.
The Fire Department responded swiftly and managed to bring the situation under control by extinguishing the vehicle fire before it could spread or cause further danger.
KPSM would like to remind the public not to intervene in potentially hazardous situations. Your safety and public safety remain the top priority in all emergency responses.
KPSM Press Release.
