Details in on Monday Night Fire in Mattoon

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Published on November 21 2018 3:23 pm
Last Updated on November 21 2018 3:23 pm
Written by Greg Sapp

Details are in on a structure fire that occurred Monday night in Mattoon.

The Mattoon Fire Department responded to the fire located at 1313 Lakeland Boulevard at 10:50pm Monday. Upon arrival, fire crews reported smoke and flame showing inside the apartment and requested a box alarm assignment.

Fire crews working to extinguish this fire conducted searches of multiple apartments. The fire was contained to the apartment of origin. Smoke and fire damage was noted throughout the apartment with smoke occupying the other apartments and attic area. All apartments were vacant at the time.

The origin and cause of the fire is still being investigated.

The Mattoon Fire Department was assisted at the scene by the Charleston Fire Department, Mattoon Police Department, Ameren Gas and Electric. Fire department personnel cleared the scene at 11:53pm.

The Mattoon Fire Department reminds all citizens to keep combustible items at least three feet away from heat generating appliances. Also make sure you maintain a working smoke alarm and practice a home escape plan.