FOND DU LAC (NBC 26) — A family and their dog escaped unharmed after a fire broke out in the attic of their Town of Fond du Lac home Monday evening.

The Fond du Lac County Communications Center received a 911 call at 6:03 p.m. on October 20 from a woman at N4861 County Highway V, who reported her roof was on fire with smoke coming from it. At the time, two children and a dog were inside the home. Everyone — including the animals — made it out safely before first responders arrived.

Deputies and firefighters arriving on scene saw smoke coming from the roof. Fire personnel entered the home and located an active fire in the attic space, fueled by burning insulation. Crews quickly extinguished the flames, limiting fire and smoke damage to the attic and one room.

Investigators believe the bl

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