House fire spreads from one roof to another
Fire crews unsure what caused initial spark
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - The City of Yuma Fire Department (YFD) was called to a house fire in the 2200 block of E. 27th Lane just before 2 p.m. Saturday.
According to the YFD, firefighters found heavy smoke and flames coming from the rear of 2242 E. 27th Lane. Crews located and extinguished the interior and interior flames.
"Firefighters began to extinguish the fire in the patio area and found the fire had extended into the attic spaces of both 2242 and the attached home next door at 2246 E. 27th Lane," YFD Public Information Officer Mike Erfert shares.
The residents of 2242 evacuated safely, while the occupants of 2246 weren't home, authorities say.
"The fire was believed to have started at rear of 2242 and spread from there. The cause of the fire has not been determined," Erfert adds. "The residence could not be reoccupied without repairs and the American Red Cross was called to the scene to assist the occupants. Assistance on this fire was also provided by the MCAS Fire Department."
