Barker home a total loss after late-night fire; 1 resident treated for minor injuries
BARKER – A Barker home has been declared a total loss after a late-night fire, the Niagara County Sheriff’s Office reported.
The homeowner at 8713 Main St. called 9-1-1 at 3:25 a.m. today, reporting the house was filling with smoke.
Upon arrival, deputies located an active fire inside of the home and reported that the two occupants at home had already evacuated. Responding personnel from numerous fire companies arrived on scene and extinguished the fire.
One of the occupants, an 18-year-old female, was transported to Medina Memorial Hospital for evaluation and treatment of minor injuries. The home is considered a total loss, but the total damage amount is not yet available, the Sheriff’s Office reported.
The residents of the house have been connected with the American Red Cross for emergency assistance. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Niagara County Origin and Cause Team.
Responding departments included Barker, Olcott, City of Lockport, Gasport and Hartland.
