VIDEO: Saturday evening the Merrill Fire Department was dispatched for reported smoke coming from a home located on Genesee Street in the City of Merrill. Upon arrival, the Merrill Fire Department was met with significant fire and smoke coming from the first and lower levels of the home.
With the assistance of several area fire departments, crews were able to quickly extinguish the fire and prevent any damage to surrounding homes.
Three individuals were evaluated for smoke inhalation. Two were transported to Aspirus Merrill Hospital for further treatment.
At this time, no one is able to re-enter the home due to damage, thereby displacing the occupants of both apartments.
The cause of the fire is currently undetermined.