South Kansas City Thanksgiving Blaze Starts Season Of Infernos

A tragic local tradition . . . Locals trying to keep warm typically increases fire risk. 

Here's reporting on the most recent local blaze . . . 

"Firefighters were called to the blaze just before 3:30 a.m.

"Heavy smoke and fire was reported coming from the roof of the one-story residence.

"Crews did encounter a broken natural gas line and power lines down at the rear of the home, and evacuated to fight it defensively."

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com links . . .

Heavy smoke, fire reported at overnight house fire at 9500 Olmstead Road

Heavy smoke and fire was reported from a house fire in the 9500 block of Olmstead Road early Thursday morning.

House fire near Bannister and Olmstead roads

One firefighter was briefly evaluated by an ambulance on scene. No other injuries or patients have been reported.

Developing . . .