BEMIDJI 鈥� A house in Frohn Township has suffered extensive damage after a fire broke out on Saturday morning in Bemidji.
According to a release from Bemidji Fire Chief Justin Sherwood, at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 31, firefighters responded to reports of a structure fire along Martin Lane SE in Frohn Township.
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Upon arrival, firefighters discovered a single-story house with heavy smoke and flames visible from the roof and rear of the home, the release said. A nearby vehicle and garage were also on fire.
Initial crews pulled a 2 1/2-inch pre-connected attack line and started a transitional attack at the back of the home. As more crews arrived on scene, additional lines were placed in service and aided in the extinguishment of the fires.
A total of 24 firefighters and eight pieces of equipment were on the scene for approximately three hours.
The home and its contents suffered extensive damage. No injuries have been reported. The fire is currently under investigation, but it appears to have been accidental, the release said.
The Bemidji Ambulance Service, Bemidji Police Department, Beltrami County Sheriff鈥檚 Office, Minnesota State Fire Marshal鈥檚 Office, American Red Cross, and Beltrami Electric assisted the Bemidji Fire Department at the scene.
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