(KAIR)--A chimney fire at a rural Atchison County residence causes damage, but no injuries.

Atchison County Sheriff Jack Laurie, in a report issued Wednesday, said it happened in Lancaster, near 310th and Hamilton Road, Tuesday night.

Laurie said the resident of the home, Brad Bell, reported the fire, which led to response from the Lancaster Fire Department.

The firefighters were able to to extinguish the flames throughout the wood burning stove and chimney shaft.

However, prior to that successful effort, the fire had spread, causing damage to the ceiling and floorboards of the upstairs.

Laurie said the fire was reported shortly before 11:00.