Early this morning, a fire at a house on 31 Leese Street in San Francisco's Mission district resulted in the displacement of a family of three. Firefighters responded to the blaze, which primarily affected the residence's exterior. As relayed by the San Francisco Fire Department on social media around 1:30 a.m., the extent of the damage to the structure is currently being assessed. KRON4 reported the incident while also advising the public to avoid the area.
According to San Francisco Fire Department Media, the blaze, which initially ignited on the building's exterior, has forced the family living there to evacuate as firefighters work to determine the involvement of the rest of the home. Tragically caught unprepared, the family was displaced in the early hours when the fire swept through their abode.
A fire on the exterior of 31 Leese at Mission has displaced a family of 3 as firefighters determine how much of the structure may be involved.
— SAN FRANCISCO FIRE DEPARTMENT MEDIA (@SFFDPIO) July 4, 2024
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No injuries have been reported in connection with the fire yet. It is unclear at this time what may have caused the flames to erupt. Fire officials have yet to release a statement detailing whether smoke or water damage might have penetrated the interior, affecting the family's possessions and the home's liveability.
The situation is ongoing, and details remain emerging as crews continue their work at the scene.
