Space heater causes fire in Jackson home

Jackson Fire Rescue responded to a residential fire in the 700 block of Highland Drive on Thursday, Feb. 21. The fire, which began at 6:20 a.m., was caused by a space heater.

Jackson Police Department officers confirmed the single occupant had safely exited the building.

The fire was extinguished by 8 a.m., but the structure was deemed a complete loss because of extensive fire, smoke and water damage.

The single-digit temperatures posed additional challenges, causing equipment and water to freeze during the firefighting efforts, according to a social media post. Despite these obstacles, no injuries were reported.

The occupant, who was asleep when the fire started, was alerted by a neighbor who called 911. The incident highlights the dangers of space heaters, especially during cold weather.