Fireplace embers ignite house fire on Kensington Drive in Dayton

UPDATE @ 10:49 p.m.: Burning embers that jumped from the fireplace onto something combustible led to the house fire on Kensington Drive, Dayton Fire Battalion Chief Barry Rose said.

The resident started the fire and then left the house. He was not injured, Rose said.

Rose estimated the damage to the structure and contents at $10,000.

INITIAL REPORT

Crews are on the scene of a house fire in the 1900 block of Kensington Drive in Dayton.

We're hearing there is fire in the attic of the 1-1/2 story dwelling. Crews were dispatched about 9:45 p.m.

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We're also hearing that everyone who was inside has been able to escape without injury.

We have a crew on the way. We will update this developing report. Stay with whio.com for breaking news.

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