Fire destroys house on 303rd Street

WASHINGTON — A house fire just after 1:30 a.m. Tuesday brought crews to a scene at 2322 303rd Street in Washington, where officials said they remained until 5 a.m.

“Upon arrival, the structure was fully engulfed and a defensive exterior fire attack was initiated as the structure had already (burned) completely through,” a news release from the Washington Fire Department said. “The house was a total loss and no injuries were reported. All occupants were alerted and got out safely.”

The news release said a wood stove operating inside the house had caused the fire.

Agencies assisting the Washington Fire Department included Brighton, Wayland, Crawfordsville and Ainsworth departments, which responded along with Washington County Ambulance, Washington County Sheriff, Washington County Emergency Management, Washington County 911 Communications, and Access Energy.

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