(KNZA)--A Hiawatha couple escaped their burning home with minor injuries Sunday afternoon.

Hiawatha Fire Chief Patrick Sheldon said crews were dispatched to the fire at 600 Hiawatha Avenue shortly before 4:20.

Upon arrival, Sheldon said they found the west side of the home and most of the first floor engulfed in flames.

He said the homeowners were home at the time of the fire and were able to exit the home.

Both were transported to Amberwell Hiawatha for the treatment of minor cuts and smoke inhalation. They were later released.

Crews cleared the scene shortly before 10:00 Sunday night.

The fire is under investigation by the state Fire Marshal's Office.

The Hiawatha Fire Department was assisted by the Robinson, Horton, Fairview and Morrill Fire Departments.

Also assisting at the scene were Town and Country EMS, the Brown County Rescue Squad, Brown County Sheriff's Office, Hiawatha Police Department and Kansas Highway Patrol.

" I would like to thank the great residents of the Brown County community for their out pouring of support to the crews on scene this hot afternoon", said Sheldon.