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At 7:33 A.M. Wednesday morning, a house fire was reported at 218 W Pine Street in Big Rapids near Crossroads Charter Academy. Big Rapids Township Fire and Rescue responded to the scene at 7:38 A.M. Initial reports stated there were large amounts of black smoke exiting the residence from the attic area. With the assistance of Reed City Fire and Rescue, Hersey Fire and Rescue, and Colfax Township Fire and Rescue, the fire was officially put out just before 4:00 P.M. Wednesday afternoon. The scene has been cleared and Pine Street has been reopened. According to Big Rapids Fire Chief Steve Schroeder, all residents and a dog were evacuated safely from the home. There were no reported injuries but the house did sustain significant structure damage from the flames. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation at this time. 

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