Credit: Sabetha Fire Dept/Facebook

 

(KMZA)--Sabetha firefighters were called to a house fire early Thursday morning near Dakota and Washington Streets.

According to a social media release from the Sabetha Fire Department, crews were dispatched shortly after 6:00 a.m. and arrived to find flames coming from the back addition of the residence. The fire had spread into the attic crawl space, as well as the kitchen and first floor.

Crews launched what the department described as an “aggressive offensive attack” and brought the bulk of the fire under control within about 30 minutes.

Firefighters remained on scene for several hours extinguishing hot spots, conducting overhaul operations, and preparing equipment in case of additional calls.

The homeowner was able to escape safely, and no firefighters were injured. 

Mutual aid was provided by the Morrill and Seneca fire departments. Sabetha EMS stood by at the scene, while Sabetha Police and Nemaha County Emergency Management also assisted.

The Sabetha Fire Department thanked its mutual aid partners for their response. The department also recognized dispatchers for providing critical information and helping guide the homeowner safely out of the house.