HUTCHINSON –Fire crews in Hutchinson were sent to a house fire just before 7:30 p.m. in the 300 block of West 6th Street, according to a media release.

When crews arrived, they found heavy fire venting from the second floor roof and windows.

Crews made an attempt to enter the structure, but found it to be too hot at the top of the stairs and were removed from the interior of the residence.

The fire was fought from the outside until conditions allowed for reentry and allowed them to extinguish the fire.

The blaze was contained in about 45 minutes with units remaining on scene for three and half hours for investigation and overhaul of the fire floor. Preliminary damage is estimated at $30,000.

Two occupants were home at the time of the fire. One occupant had minor injuries and refused medical care. One firefighter had minor injuries from a fall and also refused medical care.
The cause of the fire has been determined as accidental and being started by a space heater. Investigation cannot rule out other electrical issues.

Just after 7:30 p.m., fire units responded to the 500 block of East 3rd Street for a structure fire. When they arrived they found a fire had occurred outside the residence around the electrical panel. The resident had extinguished most of the fire prior to arrival. Westar was called. No was injured and damage was estimated around $500.
Just before 8 p.m. Fire units responded to the 800 block of East 11Street for a structure fire. Upon arrival, residents met units outside stating they had a fire on the stove that they thought was extinguished. Fire crews found a few small hot spots and the house filled with smoke.

Damage was contained to the kitchen, including the stove, cabinets, and ceiling areas. No one was injured in the fire and damage estimated around $15,000. A cooking fire appears to be the cause.