 According
to Lincoln fire Chief Mark Miller, the 7-year-old daughter
in the home was awakened by a smoke detector and alerted family
members that a fire was in progress. Due to the young girl's
actions, the family was able to leave the home with no injuries.Miller said the home was a total loss.
Agencies responding besides the Lincoln Fire Department were
Lincoln Rural Fire, Atlanta Fire Department, Mount Pulaski Fire Department, Lincoln
Police Department, the city streets and alley crew, and Logan County
Paramedics.
Miller said the fire during a cold night held its own challenges,
including finding the street drains to allow the water to drain off.
"It was an ice rink out there" he said.
Miller said the concerted effort by everyone involved was
appreciated by him and his department.
The chief also noted that the home having a smoke alarm was
essential to the family being safe.
"Fire prevention pays off," said Miller.
The displaced family has family in the city to help them, said
Miller.
More on the blaze and its aftermath will be reported.
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