(Updated 3/20) – Firefighters in Massena were called to a structure fire at 109 E. Cedar Street in Massena several times over the past few days. Crews were originally dispatched at around 3:24-p.m. , Saturday, to the home, following a report of the deck on fire on the southwest corner of the structure. Despite efforts by Massena and Cumberland Fire, the home was a total loss. Crews were called back to the residence at around 4:19-a.m. Sunday, and then again about four-hours later, for rekindling of the flames, with flames visible inside the home.They also responded Sunday evening and early Monday morning (3/20).

Firefighter Brad Penton said the rekindles were due to multiple layering in construction and reconstruction throughout the years. With structural integrity in mind, he said it becomes difficult to completely extinguish due to firefighter safety.

No injuries were reported, but a couple of family pets in the home were lost on Saturday. The cause of the original fire was under investigation, but may have been the result of a fire pit being used on the deck a few days ago, according to reports.

Photo by Cass County Emergency Management Coordinator Mike Kennon