Iowa City Fire Department responds to Thanksgiving Day structure fire

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Edited release
11/28/25

The Iowa City Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 11:47 a.m., Thursday at 50 Amber Lane.

A release from the city indicates responding units encountered significant smoke showing from the back side of the home. The fire was brought under control at 12:07 p.m. The home sustained moderate damage due to the fire and the cause remains under investigation.

There were no reported injuries to civilians or firefighters; however, two occupants of the home were displaced.

The Iowa City Fire Department was assisted by the Johnson County Joint Emergency Communications Center.

A damage estimate was not made immediately available.