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(KAIR)--Atchison firefighters battled a house fire Saturday evening.
Atchison Fire Chief Pat Weishaar said firefighters were dispatched to 512 T Streets shortly before 6:00 to a report of a kitchen on fire.
When crews arrived, Weishaar said they found the one-story home engulfed in flames.
Crews were able to extinguish the fire, but remained on scene for several hours extinguishing hot spots.
Weishaar said the resident was evaluated by Atchison County EMS, but refused treatment. One firefighter was transported to Amberwell Hospital for evaluation. The firefighter was released following evaluation with no injuries reported.
Weishaar said a preliminary investigation indicates the fire started from unattended cooking and spread quickly.
He said the house sustained heavy damage and is not habitable at this time.
The Salvation Army is providing resources for the resident.
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