Representatives from the Illinois State Fire Marshal worked with investigators from the Watseka Fire Department to determine the origin and cause of a fire that did extensive damage to a single family dwelling in Watseka, Ill. early Tuesday morning.With the page received shortly after midnight, Watseka Assistant Chief Tim Ketchum reported a well-involved structure with all residents and pets out.He requested the still assignment be upgraded to a box alarm bringing in mutual-aid along with change of quarters companies.
Representatives from the Illinois State Fire Marshal worked with investigators from the Watseka Fire Department to determine the origin and cause of a fire that did extensive damage to a single family dwelling in Watseka, Ill. early Tuesday morning.
With the page received shortly after midnight, Watseka Assistant Chief Tim Ketchum reported a well-involved structure with all residents and pets out.
He requested the still assignment be upgraded to a box alarm bringing in mutual-aid along with change of quarters companies.
Due to the extensive fire load and exterior attack was ordered.
Extensive overhaul was performed, and the investigation was initiated.
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