Shreveport, LA, October 5, 2025

News Summary

On October 4, a significant fire broke out at the historic Shreveport Country Club, affecting a multi-story building and prompting a response from over 75 firefighters. Local residents are saddened by the loss of a beloved landmark while the Shreveport Fire Prevention Bureau investigates the cause. No injuries were reported, and authorities are urging the public for any information that may assist in the investigation.

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A devastating fire engulfed the historic Shreveport Country Club on October 4, 2025, around 3:42 p.m., prompting a swift response from the local fire department. The Shreveport Fire Department (SFD) dispatched 27 units, which included support staff and a tanker from Caddo Fire District 3, resulting in the involvement of more than 75 firefighters to combat the flames.

Upon arrival, firefighters were met with a multi-story building fully ablaze and shrouded in smoke, necessitating a second alarm to acquire additional resources for the firefighting efforts. The team employed defensive tactics that involved aerial ladder trucks and ground crews to manage the fiery situation efficiently. Despite the ferocity of the blaze, there were no reported injuries at the scene.

Residents from the surrounding neighborhood expressed deep sadness over the destruction of the club, which was recognized as one of Shreveport’s historic landmarks. A neighbor noted that the building had suffered vandalism just days prior to the fire, raising concerns around the cause of the blaze.

The Shreveport Fire Prevention Bureau is currently investigating the fire’s origin. Given the building’s significant historical value, investigators are reaching out to the community for any information that could assist in their inquiry. For tips, residents are encouraged to contact Shreveport-Caddo Crime Stoppers at (318) 673-7373.

The Shreveport Country Club had a storied history, operating for 107 years before it closed in 2016. After its closure, the building was left vacant and went on sale in 2017, but attempts to develop it were unsuccessful. The loss of the structure is felt widely, as it represented a long-standing piece of Shreveport’s history and social life.

Incident Summary

• Date and Time: October 4, 2025, at approximately 3:42 p.m.
• Location: Shreveport Country Club, Esplanade Avenue near Baronne Street
• Response: 27 units from SFD and Caddo Fire District 3
• Firefighters Involved: More than 75
• Injuries: None reported
• Investigation: Ongoing by the Shreveport Fire Prevention Bureau

Background Context

The Shreveport Country Club was not only a recreational venue but also a prominent landmark known for its historical significance. Its closure in 2016 marked the end of an era, and the attempts to revive or redevelop the site since then have remained largely unsuccessful. The community’s sentiment reflects the loss felt by many, as the club was a central part of the social and cultural fabric of Shreveport for over a century.

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Additional Resources

• KSLA: Shreveport Firefighters Working Scene of House Fire
• Wikipedia: Shreveport
• KTBS: Fire Destroys More Than Century-Old Shreveport Country Club
• Google Search: Shreveport fire October 2025
• KTAL: Fire on the 4000 Block of Esplanade
• Google Scholar: Shreveport Country Club fire
• KTBS: Shreveport Man Rescued from House Fire Has Died
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Shreveport
• KSLA: Historic Shreveport Country Club Goes Up in Flames
• Google News: Shreveport Country Club history

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