Firefighters rescue two from burning home in Racine
Posted: Nov 10, 2019 10:56 AM CST
RACINE, WI (CBS 58I) -- Two people were rescued by firefighters from a burning house in Racine early Sunday morning.
According to the Racine Fire Department, first responders were able to rescue two men from a house fire at 19th Street and Arthur Avenue. The fire was reported around 3:25 AM and as firefighters arrived they could see flames could be seen coming from the roof of the residence. Fortunately, no one was injured as a result of the fire. Officials believe the fire is electrical in nature and originated in the ceiling above a doorway to the bedroom where one of the residents was sleeping.
Damage to the house is estimated at $90,000. The Red Cross is assisting the men who were living in the home.