A Louisville family was displaced after a house fire Tuesday morning in the Russell neighborhood.
At 7:13 a.m., Louisville Fire Department crews responded to a residential structure fire in the 2700 block of W. Chestnut Street, according to a Louisville Fire Department news release.
Firefighters encountered a working fire in an occupied structure and initiated an aggressive fire attack. The fire was brought under control at 7:32 a.m.
A total of 30 firefighters responded to the incident, utilizing four engine companies, two truck companies and one battalion chief.
Crews used multiple handlines to extinguish the fire, which was confined to the building of origin, preventing further spread to nearby structures.
The American Red Cross is assisting two adults and three children, who were displaced from the residence.
No civilian or firefighter injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation. The presence of smoke detectors is currently unknown.
Additional support on scene was provided by LG&E, according to fire officials.
Surce: WHAS11
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