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Crews Battle Fire In Southeast Topeka

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By: Josh Mabry/Chelsey Moran
Updated: Wed 3:33 PM, Jan 30, 2013

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW)-- Crews were called to battle a structure fire and a crowd of onlookers Tuesday evening in Southeast Topeka.

Crews responded to the blaze in the 3800 Block SE 32nd just before 5:20 p.m.

According to police dispatch, flames could be seen coming from the structure as firefighters arrived on scene.

The fire started in a corner of the house but authorities were unsure of the exact room it started in. About a quarter of the house was engulfed in flames.

Everyone was able to safely get out of the house and no injuries were reported.

Police were called to manage a crowd of onlookers.


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