Effingham Fire Department Responds To Structure Fire Late Sunday Night

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Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- The Effingham Fire Department received a call at 22:34 on January 28th for a report of an attic fire at 505 S 3rd Street.

Upon arrival, there was smoke showing from the exterior of the house. Occupants advised everyone was out of the house. Fire crews performed an interior fire attack and contained the fire to the attic area. Firefighters were on the scene for just under an hour.

The fire is still under investigation. Damage is estimated at $50,000.

Effingham Fire Department was assisted by Effingham City Dispatch, Effingham Police Department, Rural Med EMS, Teutopolis FPD, and Shumway FPD. Station coverage was provided by Altamont and Dieterich FPDs.