A Monday night house fire on the 300 block of South Park Street in Fairmont has claimed the life of a 43 year old man, according to Fairmont Police Captain Mike Beletti.
Fire crews, police and Mayo Ambulance were dispatched just before 5pm. Officers arrived to find flames engulfing the basement and attempted to knock them down with extinguishers, but were forced back by heavy smoke. The man, whose name has not yet been released, was found inside the home and taken to the hospital, where he later died.
Another occupant was treated and released, while a third declined medical care. Four responding officers were also treated for smoke inhalation and are expected to recover.
The Truman, Welcome and Jackson Fire Departments assisted, along with the Martin County Sheriff’s Office and Truman Ambulance.
The Minnesota State Fire Marshall is investigating.
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