Aurora firefighters say smoker accidentally started fire that displaced 10 people

Aurora Fire Rescue says 10 people have been displaced by a house fire that was sparked Friday morning by a lit cigarette.

According to AFR, crews were called to the residence in the 4600 block of South Ivory Circle just after 5 a.m.

Crews were able to put water on the fire and determined that everyone had escaped the burning home safely. One person was treated for smoke inhalation. 

Aurora Fire Rescue crews were joined by crews from South Metro Fire Rescue in the battle. They managed to keep the flames from spreading into the living areas, and fire officials said the fire was under control by 6:42 a.m. However, the home sustained severe damage, and the residents have been displaced. 

Investigators determined the fire was accidental and caused by a lit cigarette.

They warned that everyone should ensure cigarettes are fully extinguished before discarding them, and that smoking materials should be kept away from flammable materials or surfaces. They added that cigarettes should not be placed in potting soil, which is extremely flammable, and advised using water or sand instead.