Home bursts into flames near Rexburg
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The following includes a news release from Madison Fire Department.
HIBBARD — A home burst into flames after a chimney fire expanded to the attic, causing a partial roof collapse, in Hibbard on Sunday evening.
At 6:32 p.m., Madison Fire Department responded to the report of a structure fire, located at 3263 North 3000 West, north of Rexburg.
Upon arrival, fire crews found the home with smoke and flames flaring out of the roof.
The fire was called in by the homeowner, and the house had been safely evacuated.
Fire personnel were able to extinguish the fire, and a majority of the home’s contents were saved.
Madison Fire Department responded with two engines, two water tenders, an ambulance and three command vehicles.
In total, 19 personnel suppressed the flames at the scene.
Deputies from Madison County Sheriff’s Office also provided assistance.
Damages are estimated to be $100,000.
All fire department resources cleared the site by about 9 p.m.
No occupants or firefighters were injured in the fire.