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The Duluth Fire Department responded to a blaze early Tuesday morning on the 600 block of Woodland Avenue that forced six Minnesota Duluth students from their home.
Crews were called to the two-story residence at 3:47 a.m., where heavy smoke poured from the basement and first floor. Firefighters entered through a basement door and found flames in the utility room that had breached the ceiling. They quickly knocked down the fire, officials said.
Engines from the Downtown, Woodland, Lakeside and Duluth Heights stations assisted. Thanks to a working smoke alarm, all occupants escaped safely. The American Red Cross and friends are helping the displaced students with housing.
No injuries were reported. Damage to the structure is estimated at $65,000. The cause remains under investigation by the Fire Marshal’s office.
The Fire Department credited Minnesota Power, St. Louis County Emergency Services/911 dispatch and Duluth police officers, who were praised for going “above and beyond” during the response.
