Emergency crews are at the scene of a house fire in Great Falls. Great Falls Fire Rescue says the fire is at 317 10th Street South; the fire was reported at about 8:45 a.m. on Thursday.
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The fire reportedly began in the basement, and was extinguished as of 9:18 a.m.
KRTV reporter Tommy Lynch is at the scene and says that no people were injured, but sadly a pet dog died in the fire.
The cause of the fire is being investigated.
We will update you when we get more information, including any donation drives or fundraisers.
(UPDATE, 2:25 pm) The cause of the fire has been determined to be a space heater that was being used to defrost a freezer.
The fire caused significant damage to the basement of the house; the first floor sustained minor smoke damage.
The occupants of the house have been referred to the American Red Cross for assistance.
