A family has been displaced after a basement fire at a large two-story detached house in Southeast D.C. early Friday morning, D.C. Fire and EMS said on Twitter.
The fire was reported at 6 a.m. at home in the 3300 block of Highview Terrace, D.C Fire and EMS officials said.
An investigation revealed that the fire started in the basement and extended to floors above through the walls. When crews arrived at the scene, they were able to knock out the flames.
At this time, no injuries were reported. All residents in the house made it safely outside of the home, officials said. The displaced residents were able to find alternate housing with a relative.
As of Friday morning, crews were at the scene opening the walls and knocking out any lingering hot spots.