PM: Fire Destroys Rathdrum Home

Northern Lakes Fire District fireman Erin Sorenson fights to extinguish flames and to protect outbuildings this afternoon after being called at about 12:35 to a fully engulfed house fire at 3427 Scarcello Road/Rathdrum. According to a fire district news release, firefighters found the house fully involved with the homeowner outside the home with no other occupants.  The adult male homeowner was later transported to Kootenai Health. No more information on his condition is available. Story here. (Northern Lakes photo)

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