Fergus Falls, Minn. (KBRF) – A house fire in Fergus Falls Monday morning caused significant damage and caused the residents to be temporarily displaced.
On Oct. 30 at 10:35 a.m., the Fergus Falls Fire Department responded to a residential fire on the 1000 block of South Sheridan Street.
Smoke was seen coming from the roof and attic of the home through a roof vent and soffit.
The occupants were evacuated first responders.
Fire crews used thermal imaging cameras to look for hot spots in the ceiling of the home.
Crews pulled the ceiling in two rooms to expose the burning area and extinguish the fire.
With the fire starting in the attic structural components, fire fighters were required to significantly overhaul and remove smoldering insulation. The area where the fire originated had fire damage to the rafters and the electrical wiring.
The rest of the home experienced smoke damage.
The American Red Cross worked with the displaced occupants to find temporary housing.
A preliminary damage estimate puts the cost of repairs at $60,000.
Investigators ruled the fire was unintentional and instigated from an electrical wire in the attic.
No injuries were reported at the scene.
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