RICE COUNTY -Investigators with the Kansas State Fire Marshal’s office determined a fire at a home in Lyons on Tuesday was accidental, according to Lyons Fire Chief Brad Reid.

The homeowner discovered fire damage in the single-family, two-story residence at 113 North Saint John Avenue as they arrived home.

A space heater is believed to have started the fire. Fortunately there was a lack of oxygen and the fire smothered itself, according to Reid.

The home suffered approximately ten thousand dollars in damage to the basement and additional smoke damage.

There were no injuries.