At approximately 06:40 PM on Sunday August 28, 2022, the Rice Lake Fire Department was dispatched to a report of a structure fire at 2173 21 1/8 St, in the Township of Rice Lake.
Upon arrival of the first fire department unit at approximately 06:48 PM, there was heavy smoke a flame showing from the garage, the roof had already collapsed. The crew was informed all occupants were out of the home.
Firefighters made an aggressive attack to protect the home as the proximity of the home to the garage was very close. The home siding had already started on fire, however the team was able to stop the fire from extending into the home. The Garage was a total loss.
The cause of this fire is under investigation by RLFD at this time. There was one firefighter injury, no civilian injuries. Preliminary dollar loss has not been determined at this time.