RENO COUNTY —One person and a pet died in house fire on Friday.
Just before 4a.m. the Hutchinson Fire Department received a call of a house fire in the 200 Block of West 15th in Hutchinson, according to a media release. Dispatch advised of possible victims inside the home. First arriving crews found a 1 and one half story home that was fully on fire with multiple exposures that consisted of residential homes.
Crews initiated a defensive attack and worked to prevent the fire from spreading. Two nearby homes sustained moderate damage and were saved.
The fire was considered controlled 90 minutes after arrival. One victim and a dog died in the fire.
Hutchinson Structural Collapse personnel brought in special equipment to shore up a load bearing wall and secure a chimney before personnel were allowed into the home to remove the victim and continue work to put the fire out.
Hutchinson Public Works Department brought in a loader to assist in removal of debris. The home is a complete loss. The 2 other homes were also occupied at the time of the fire. No firefighter injuries were reported.
The HFD fire investigator and the State Fire Marshal are currently investigating to determine cause and origin. A medical examiner from Wichita has also been brought in to assist. The cause of the fire is currently undetermined.