Santa Maria Police Department investigating structure fire / possible explosion in a residence. 
On 8/23/23 at 1210 hours Santa Maria Police Officers were detailed to the 1200 block of Jackie Lane for a possible explosion inside a residence. The situation quickly evolved into an active structure fire, and SMPD Officers responded and found a residence engulfed with flames. Officers immediately established search teams and went into residences, searching for and extracting residents, who are now receiving medical treatment.
At this time, the exact cause of this situation is unknown, and this is an active investigation.
Lt. Van Meel
Address/Location
Santa Maria Police Department
1111 W Betteravia Rd
Santa Maria, CA 93455
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 805-928-3781