(Stuart, Iowa) – Officials with the Stuart Fire Department said on social media, Guthrie County Communications dispatched Stuart Fire and EMS to a residential fire in Stuart. The call went out at around 5:46-a.m. today (Thursday). When Stuart Fire arrived on the scene, they confirmed flames showing, and the mobile home was fully involved. At that time, Stuart requested Menlo and Dexter Fire.

When firefighters arrived, they learned the lone occupant was out of the structure. Stuart FD quickly initiated an exterior attack. Within minutes the fire was knocked down. The fire appears to have started as a result of the wood burning stove. The structure is considered a total loss. There were no injuries to fire personnel or occupant of the home.

Agencies on scene were; Stuart Fire, Menlo Fire, Dexter Fire, Redfield Fire, Guthrie County Sheriff, Stuart Police, and Adair & Guthrie County EMA.