Sioux City, Iowa — Sioux City firefighters remained on the scene Friday of a fire that forced some 40 people out into the cold and rain Thursday night. Deputy Fire Marshal, John Nelson says there are still several hot spots.
Some of the residents fled without coats or shoes and a city bus was used for a temporary shelter from the weather until a nearby church opened its doors. Most residents may not be able to retrieve their belongings from the building, which is believed to be a total loss.
Lieutenant Nelson says the fire may’ve started on the third floor in the attic, but an exact cause won’t be know for some time.
The Red Cross, Salvation Army and other local agencies are helping the residents left without a home by the fire.
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