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Fire inside vacant house under going renovations

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A vacant home under renovations went up in flames in the Jefferson-Genesee area.

The fire started in a home just after Midnight Thursday along the 500 block of Sherman Street.  Firefighters fought the fire from the outside because of the amount of fire.

One firefighter was hurt in a tripping accident.  He underwent a medical evaluation and returned to quarters.

Division Chief Peter Kertzie said the home had a building permit on the front door and assumes it was undergoing renovations.  Damage to the structure was estimated to be $40,000.  The home is listed for emergency demolition.

The cause of the fire will be investigated.