Three area fire departments were called to a structure Tuesday night at about 6:30 pm. The Irwin Fire and Rescue Department, Defiance Fire and Rescue and Manilla Fire and Rescue Departments all responded to a house fire at 2213 Umbrella Road, north of Irwin. Firefighters fought for over 5 hours to put the fire out. No one lived in the residence and it was reported that no utilities were running to the house.

It is reported that one firefighter from Irwin fell from a ladder and was taken to Myrtue Medical Center for x-rays and observation. The firefighter was treated and was allowed to go home last night. No other injuries were reported. The house is considered a total loss. The fire is under investigation.

(Thanks to our sister station KNOD in Harlan)