A federal bill has allocated nearly $5.8 million for a new fire department building in Canton, aiding recovery after previous flood damage and enabling the town to begin site selection.

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The South Sioux City Fire Department will receive $2.5 million in federal funding for a new aerial ladder truck, enhancing public safety and emergency response capabilities in the community.

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Firefighters are investigating after a fire on the second floor of a Pasco home forced the residents to evacuate and left the home uninhabitable Wednesday afternoon. According to the Pasco Fire Department, at about 1 p.m. on February 4, firefighters heard a report of a house fire on Owens Street. Firefighters arrived on the scene to find a large fire burning the second floor of the home, and jumped into action to contain it.

Firefighters were able to have the fire out by about 1:30 p.m. Officials said one resident of the home suffered smoke inhalation and was medically evaluated at the scene, but no other injuries to residents or firefighters were reported. Firefighters said the residents were able to evacuate with their two pets, which were also unharmed. Firefighters said the home was damaged by smoke, fire and water, and is not currently inhabitable. Firefighters are investigating to determine the cause of the fire.

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VIDEO/PHOTOS: A house was destroyed by a fire overnight in Broadview Heights.

Crews responded to a home on Oakwood Trail just after 1 a.m. on Friday.

Police believe everyone made it out of the house safely, but fire crews battled intense flames that spread through the home.

Firefighters from multiple departments were called to assist.

There’s been no word yet on what started the fire.

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VIDEO: The blaze was isolated to a piece of equipment inside of the structure, and that once YFD crews made it inside, they were able to ventilate and extinguish the flames. According to Stilley, the structure’s garage doors were cut to allow access for fire crews, causing around $100,000 in damages. The roadway was reopened only 15 minutes after being closed down to allow for extra water support to reach the scene. YFD authorities are continuing their investigation into what caused the fire.

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