The fire broke out at approximately 3:30 p.m. at a residence on the 100 block of North Main Street. The family, consisting of a mother, father, and two children, were home at the time. The family was able to evacuate safely, but their home was destroyed.

A. Firefighters’ Struggle Against a Wildfire
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The summary provided describes a fire incident that occurred in a neighborhood. The fire started in a home and spread to nearby structures. The homeowner, who was present during the fire, called for help from other fire departments. The fire department responded with tankers and crews from neighboring communities. The fire department faced challenges due to the location of the home, which was situated on narrow streets with no hydrants.

George said this is the time of year when dried-out leaves, grass and brush can cause fires. He encouraged people to keep heat sources such as cookers, grills and campfires away from buildings.