Just after 10 pm on Sunday night, fire crews responded to reports of a structure fire in Weldon where those inside were unable to escape.

Upon arrival, crews encountered heavy black smoke coming from the roof of the structure. The fire was upgraded to a second alarm response bringing additional resources and manpower. 

Weldon fire assisted the residents and pets out of the building and began the initial fire attack. The fire was greatly reduced with the initial attack. With the assistance of mutual aid departments, overhaul and further fire suppression duties were performed. 

Two residents were displaced by the fire and are currently being assisted by the Red Cross. There were no in

Authorities applaud the strong work from all departments involved - especially keeping all the equipment working with the -6 degree temperatures. 

The cause of the fire is undetermined at this time. 

Clinton Fire Department, DeLand Fire Protection District, Farmer City Fire Department, and Cisco Fire Protection District were on the scene Sunday night.