UPDATE 9:04 p.m.: Humboldt Bay Fire Press Release:

On 7/4/14 at approximately 1654 hours, Humboldt Bay Fire was dispatched to a structure fire with heavy smoke visible from the roof at 1652 B Street in Eureka. Humboldt Bay Fire responded with a first alarm assignment consisting of three fire engines, one ladder truck, and two Chief Officers.

First arriving units reported smoke showing from a single story wood framed single family dwelling. Crews made entry into the structure and found that all of the fire was above the ceiling in the attic space. Ventilation holes were cut in the roof and crews extinguished the fire from the attic access hatch. Crews also worked to protect the occupant’s belongings by covering them with salvage covers.

The occupants had smelled smoke shortly before a neighbor knocked on the door and said that the roof was on fire. All of the occupants were able to evacuate safely. No injuries to any civilians or fire personnel were reported

A total of 18 Humboldt Bay Fire Personnel, responded to the fire. The fire was controlled in 30 minutes. Some crews remained on scene until 1930 hours removing debris and assisting with the investigation. Arcata Fire Protection District provided 1 engine company to cover any additional calls.

Wabash Street at B Street was closed to through traffic due to the water supply hose that was laid across the roadway.

The cause of the fire after investigation is faulty electrical wiring located in the attic.

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UPDATE, 5:50 p.m.: At this point, the fire is out. The house’s roof appears unsalvageable. Emergency crews have closed off Wabash between B and C streets.

LoCO spoke with Humboldt Bay Fire Chief Woods who reports that no one was injured in the blaze. No word yet on a cause of the fire. An investigation will follow.

The woman who lives in the residence said she and her two boys had no idea the place was on fire until someone came to the door and told her. While LoCO was speaking with her Chief Woods approached and gave her two Wells Fargo gift cards. Red Cross is reportedly on their way.

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Original Post: Humboldt Bay Fire has jut arrived at a house fire near Wabash and B streets, directly behind the Stop N Shop. A cell phone-equipped LoCO reporter is on the scene and notes that smoke and flames are pouring out of the roof. Firemen have chainsaws drawn and a huge crowd has gathered.

We’ll continue to update this post.