Columbus Fire Department

Columbus Fire Department was dispatched to 1411 E. Sycamore St. in Columbus just before 2 a.m. Monday for a working structure fire. Crews arrived on scene to very heavy smoke and flames shooting out the roof of the structure. The home was occupied and the homeowner safely exited upon arrival. The home is a total loss. Columbus Fire Department is still conducting an investigation, but cause is believed to be from the woodstove in the garage. CFD responded initially and requested manpower from Baxter Springs Fire, Scammon Fire and Lola Fire Departments. Crews were on scene until just before 5 a.m. Photo courtesy Chief Steven Burton, CFD.