NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The New Orleans Fire Department is investigating a fire that happened in the New Orleans East neighborhood Tuesday morning, March 25. Around 9:38 a.m., NOFD officials were alerted to a fire at the corner of S. Telemachus and Palmyra streets. Firefighters arrived at 9:42 a.m . to find a two-story, multi-unit unoccupied home with flames in the rear. New Orleans police announce sudden death of fellow officer Firefighters said the flames had breached the roof of the dilapidated home making for "operational hazards." (Courtesy/New Orleans Fire Department)(Courtesy/New Orleans Fire Department)(Courtesy/New Orleans Fire Department)(Courtesy/New Orleans Fire Department)(Courtesy/New Orleans Fire Department)(Courtesy/New Orleans Fire Department)(Courtesy/New Orleans Fire Department) NOFD officials reported over a dozen propane tanks were also found and removed from the home's second floor. In total, nine NOFD units carrying 25 personnel were able to get the flames under control by 10:11 a.m. French Quarter business damaged by two-alarm fire over weekend Additionally, a nearby two-story duplex received minor damage to its siding from the radiant heat. No injuries were reported. Stay up to date with the latest news, weather and sports by downloading the WGNO app on the Apple or Google Play stores and by subscribing to the WGNO newsletter. Latest Posts Noem says she plans to ‘eliminate FEMA’ What is Signal, app used in Yemen war plans chat? Dilapidated building catches fire in Mid-City: NOFD Progressive influencer launches bid to unseat House Democrat Country Music Hall of Fame announces 2025 inductees ...read more read less