Fire damages Guerneville house

The fire started in the basement and spread into the living area, a fire official said.|
RANDI ROSSMANN
THE PRESS DEMOCRAT

Flames broke out early Tuesday at a Guerneville home, likely sparked from electrical wiring connected to a basement cannabis grow, according to Monte Rio Fire Chief Steve Baxman.

Firefighters from three agencies responded to the Northern Avenue fire, which was reported about 8:10 a.m.

Baxman said the fire first started in the basement. It spread into the living area but was stopped before causing extensive damage. He estimated the loss at $50,000.

Monte Rio, Russian River and Cal Fire firefighters also responded to the blaze.

You can reach Staff Writer Randi Rossmann at 707-521-5412 or randi.rossmann@pressdemocrat.com. On Twitter@rossmannreport.

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