(Harlan, Iowa) – Firefighters from Harlan and Irwin were battling a structure fire late Friday night, in Harlan. According to reports, the blaze occurred at 705 Elm  Street, at around 11:30-p.m. Avoca Fire was requested for mutual aid, as the structure had reached the main part of the residence.

Other agencies assisting at the scene include: The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office; Shelby County Ambulance; Shelby County Emergency Services Association; The Portsmouth, Westphalia and Shelby Fire Departments.

Additional information was not immediately available. (Photos submitted to KJAN by  Harlan resident)