One Dead in Lake City House Fire
What happened
One person died in a house fire in Lake City on Sunday morning. Firefighters responded to the scene at 6:54 a.m. and were able to rescue one individual from the blaze. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
Why it matters
- The building was a two-story, multi-family home with balloon-frame construction. - When fire crews arrived, the building was fully engulfed with fire showing on all four sides and the roofline. - The front porch roof had already collapsed, and the second floor had partially collapsed when firefighters reached the scene. - Firefighters rescued a young female from a second-floor window; she was stabilized at the scene and transported for medical care. - Crews battled heavy smoke and fire conditions while searching the partially collapsed second floor, where they discovered the deceased individual. - Firefighters remained at the scene for about seven hours to manage the blaze. - Mutual aid was provided by the Wabasha and Zumbro Falls Fire Departments, Wabasha EMS, Lake City Police, Minnesota State Patrol, and the Wabasha County Sheriff's Office. - The State Fire Marshal's Office is now investigating the cause of the fire.
Key numbers
- Firefighters responded to the scene at 6:54 a.m.
Quick answers
What happened in One Dead in Lake City House Fire?
One person died in a house fire in Lake City on Sunday morning. Firefighters responded to the scene at 6:54 a.m. and were able to rescue one individual from the blaze. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
Why does One Dead in Lake City House Fire matter?
The building was a two-story, multi-family home with balloon-frame construction. When fire crews arrived, the building was fully engulfed with fire showing on all four sides and the roofline. The front porch roof had already collapsed, and the second floor had partially collapsed when firefighters reached the scene. Firefighters rescued a young female from a second-floor window; she was stabilized at the scene and transported for medical care. Crews battled heavy smoke and fire conditions while searching the partially collapsed second floor, where they discovered the deceased individual. Firefighters remained at the scene for about seven hours to manage the blaze. Mutual aid was provided by the Wabasha and Zumbro Falls Fire Departments, Wabasha EMS, Lake City Police, Minnesota State Patrol, and the Wabasha County Sheriff's Office. The State Fire Marshal's Office is now investigating the cause of the fire.
