Nov 29, 2023

Smoke detectors helped save family from Kan. house fire

Posted Nov 29, 2023 9:00 PM
Wednesday morning fire at a home in Topeka -photo courtesy WIBW TV
Wednesday morning fire at a home in Topeka -photo courtesy WIBW TV

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Authorities are working to determine the cause of a Wednesday house fire in Topeka.

Just after 4a.m. crews responded to report of a fire at a 2-story home at 715 West 16th Street, according to department spokesperson Gretchen Spiker.

Residents were able to escape the fire before crews arrived. Investigators determine the fire caused approximately $5,000.00 damage. The home had working smoke detectors, according to investigators. There were no injuries reported.