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Colorado family of 5 displaced after early morning house fire in Commerce City

By Jennifer McRae

February 13, 2025 / 10:45 AM MST / CBS Colorado

Firefighters rush to put out house fire in Commerce City

The South Adams County Fire Department rushed to a burning home in Commerce City early Thursday morning. Firefighters were called to the house fire about 3 a.m. near 88th Avenue and Wikiup Drive.

South Adams Fire

When crews arrived, they found an active fire and heavy smoke rising from a small single-family residence. Firefighters were able to quickly bring it under control.

South Adams County Fire crews were called to the house fire about 3 a.m. near 88th Avenue and Wikiup Drive. South Adams Fire

A family of five was displaced in the fire. The American Red Cross assisted the family.

What caused the fire is being investigated.

Jennifer McRae

Jennifer McRae is a digital media producer for CBS Colorado with more than 25 years of experience in news. Jennifer is part of the digital team recognized for excellence for Best Website several times by the Colorado Broadcasters Association.