HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At 3:30 am, the Hutchinson Fire Department received a call for a possible structure fire at 56th street and Old K-61 in Hutchinson. Crews arrived on scene to find heavy fire showing from a structure that appeared to have been burning for a while. A defensive fire attack was started along with rural water operations. The fire was considered controlled at approx. 4:15 a.m.
Crews remained on scene for multiple hours working on hot spots. 56th Street will be closed until approx. noon today. Crews will be on scene working throughout the morning.
Fire investigation will start at daybreak. No firefighter injuries were reported.
HFD would like to thank the following partners: Hutchinson/Reno County Emergency Communications, Reno County Sheriff Officers, Reno County EMS, Kansas Gas Service, and Evergy.
