Boise Firefighters Extinguish Terrifying Home Fire Over Weekend

It's news that you hope to never receive--learning that your home has caught fire.

Unfortunately, on family in Boise woke up on Saturday night to flames in their home and needing emergency crews to respond, immediately.

Just before 9:00 pm on Saturday night, May 16th, a home here in Boise received significant fire damage from a blaze that is still under investigation by local officials. The photos are terrifying and officials hope that the community can come together to support those impacted.

Here's a look at the two fires that took place on Saturday night

The images are of a scene that no person ever wants to see of their own home

Boise Fire officials described the blaze on social media:

Shortly before 9 p.m. on May 16, Boise Fire crews were called to a reported structure fire on the 400 block of S. Bitterroot Dr. Upon arrival, firefighters found the back side of the house on fire, with fire extending into the basement, first and second floors, and the attic.  Fortunately, crews were able to quickly search the home and extinguish the fire through the aggressive efforts of engine and truck companies using multiple hose lines and search teams.  One person was treated for smoke inhalation, and another sustained minor burns. The Burnout Fund and the Red Cross are providing assistance to the residents

At this time, the cause of the fire is still under investigation but the overarching sense of relief is clear--crews were able to respond quickly and save what's important: the folks inside of this home.

Learn more about how you can help these people and others that were impacted by fires, by the local burnout fund, HERE.