Fire destroys Ashton area home

ASHTON, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)-Update: 4:15 p.m.
The North Fremont Fire District says the fire apparently started in the garage of the home and burned rapidly into the core of the house by the time firefighters arrived.

The owner escaped and removed his car before the fire spread. His car and the clothes he was wearing were the only belongings that were saved.

The house is insured. The fire is under investigation by Fremont County and the Idaho State Fire Marshal.

Original Story:

The North Fremont Fire District is mopping up a fire at at a home about 3 miles north of Ashton. Firefighters were called at 11:20 p.m. Wednesday.

According to Fremont County Emergency Management officials, no one was hurt, but the building was a total loss.

The South Fremont Fire District, Fremont County EMS and Sheriff's Office were also on the scene.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.