Small Fire at Ritz-Carlton Naples Prompts Swift Response; No Injuries Reported

Incident Overview

On Thursday, fire crews from North Collier Fire Rescue responded to a blaze at the Ritz-Carlton in Naples. The smoke originated in the resort’s sauna room, triggering an immediate emergency response.

Guests and staff evacuated safely before firefighting units arrived. No injuries or reports of smoke inhalation were noted.

Hotel personnel, along with deputies, used on-site fire extinguishers to partially contain the fire before crews arrived. Firefighters then deployed a “water can” — a handheld pressurized water extinguisher — to fully extinguish the remaining flames. This method helps limit water damage in buildings.

What We Know So Far

• Location of Fire: Sauna room inside the resort

• Evacuation Status: All occupants self-evacuated safely

• Injuries: None reported

• Containment Method: Initial suppression by staff; final extinguishing with handheld water can

• Current Status: Hotel operations have resumed; the fire was small and contained

• Investigation: The cause remains under review; damage appears minimal and confined to the sauna area

Why It Matters

• Even though this was a localized fire, a luxury resort like the Ritz-Carlton carries high expectations for safety, guest experience, and brand reputation. Rapid response and containment bolstered confidence.

• How staff and deputies handled the situation before crews arrived is a reminder of the importance of onsite fire preparedness in high-end hospitality settings.

• The use of a “water can” underscores a strategy to suppress small fires while minimizing collateral damage — critical in upscale facilities with sensitive finishes.