Jan 26, 2026

Rural Kansas home near total loss after fire

Posted Jan 26, 2026 8:30 PM
Photos Saline Co. Sheriff
Photos Saline Co. Sheriff

SALINE COUNTY—A home is uninhabitable after a fire at a rural Kansas home.

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Just after noon January 23, firefighters from Saline County Rural Fire District #5 were sent to a report of a fire at a home home in the 1400 block of N. Marymount Road, according to Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan.

The 65-year-old owner told investigators she was using space heaters, had a television on and heard a popping sound. Then she smelled smoke. She was able to escape with her pet without injury. The home may be a total loss.