Neosho Fire Department Responds to Structure Fire Thursday
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NEOSHO, MO. — The Neosho Fire Department responded Thursday evening, November 12, to a structure fire at 630 North High Street.
Firefighters arrived on scene at approximately 5:14 p.m. and found a single-story, wood- frame residence with fire showing from the corner of the structure and extending through windows on two sides of the home.
Crews immediately began an exterior fire attack before transitioning inside the residence. Firefighters encountered heavy smoke throughout the structure and were able to quickly bring the fire under control.
A search of the residence was conducted simultaneously with fire suppression efforts.
No occupants were found inside the structure; however, multiple animals were found deceased. The tenant was not home at the time of the fire.
After the fire was extinguished, crews conducted overhaul operations and used thermal imaging equipment to check the residence and attic for any remaining fire or extension.
Liberty Utilities responded to secure electrical service to the property.
The fire originated in a bedroom located near the corner of the residence. The cause of the fire remains undetermined. The Missouri State Fire Marshal was contacted as part of the investigation.
Mutual aid and assistance were provided by the Redings Mill Fire Protection District, Newton County Ambulance District, Neosho Police Department and Newton County Sheriff's Department.
The City of Neosho appreciates the coordinated response of all agencies involved.
