(KNOX) – The Grand Forks Fire Department responded to a report of a single family structure fire on Wednesday morning a little after 9am.
Crews arrived at 2210 4th Avenue North and found heavy smoke coming from the basement of the residence. The fire was put out quickly, but there was significant fire and smoke damage.
Seven occupants are now displaced and are being helped by the Red Cross.
No one, either residents or fire personnel were hurt and the fire was considered to be an accident. An investigation found that the fire came from an electrical outlet.
The Grand Forks Fire Department responded to the fire with five engines, one truck, one command vehicle, and 19 personnel. The Fire Department was helped on scene by Altru Ambulance, Grand Forks Police Department, and Red Cross.
The Grand Forks Fire Department is reminding residents to test their smoke detectors monthly.
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