Hampden, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) A Wednesday night fire destroyed a home and garage in Hampden.
What happened
A neighbor told TRF News the buildings were a total loss. The neighbor said the flames spread fast.
A woman and her dog got out safely. No injuries were reported.
A TRF News viewer shared a photo from the scene. The image appears to show a home fully engulfed.
It also shows thick smoke above the roofline. TRF News could not verify when the photo was taken.
The photo does not show crews or water streams. Officials had not released a public report as of publication.
What we don’t know yet
Damage estimates were not available. The cause of the fire has not been announced.
It is unclear how many people lived at the home. No roadway closures were confirmed.
The start and end times were not released. More details may come later.
Community context
Hampden is in Ramsey County, north of Devils Lake.
It is part of the Devils Lake region. Hampden is a small town with a small population.
Rural departments often rely on volunteer crews. They may also call for mutual aid.
That can limit early public details. Fire scenes can also take time to clear.
Where updates and help may be found
Crews first focus on safety and control. Investigators may return after the area is safe.
They look for where the fire started. They also look for what may have sparked it.
The North Dakota Fire Marshal shares fire safety resources and investigation information.
For recovery help after a home fire, the American Red Cross offers guidance.
For home escape planning tips, the NFPA also posts resources.
If you have verified information, you can contact TRF News. If you see smoke or flames, call 911 right away.
Do not enter a burned structure for any reason. Hot spots can flare up again without warning.
Debris can also be sharp and unstable.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.