Vehicle Fire Reported at 1180 52nd St N in Gulfport

A vehicle fire drew a response from emergency crews late Thursday night in Gulfport. Gulfport Fire Rescue was dispatched to 1180 52nd St N at 10:39 PM on Thursday, July 9, 2026, according to emergency dispatch.

A single unit, Engine 6 (E6), was dispatched to the scene. The deployment of a single engine typically indicates that emergency responders initially assess the incident as a contained or relatively minor event, though situations can escalate rapidly.

The incident occurred at an address identified as a single-family residential property, according to reports. The surrounding area is primarily residential.

For vehicle fires, nearby residents are generally advised to keep windows closed to prevent smoke intrusion and to avoid the immediate area to allow emergency personnel clear access. While specific evacuations or road closures were not immediately reported, residents should follow any instructions from first responders on scene.

The cause of the fire will likely be investigated by Gulfport Fire Rescue after the scene is secured. The public can expect further information to be released by officials as it becomes available.

This is a developing story. Day.News will provide updates as more information becomes available from officials.