Fire destroys triplex; no injuries reported
Fire damaged a triplex in the 1100 block of Vermont overnight. There were no injuries.
Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical crews were called to 1129 Vt. at 2:25 a.m. According to officials, the fire had spread to the first and second floors and was venting through the roof.
The fire was contained to the triplex; and was declared under control at 5:50 a.m.
The cause of the fire is under investigation. The Red Cross is assisting the residents of the building.