The home of Kursty Fugate at 29 EMS D21A Lane, Syracuse, was destroyed by fire early this morning.

By Deb Patterson
InkFreeNews

DEWART LAKE — Kursty Fugate and her four children, three boys ages 2, 7, and 16, and girl, age 13, lost everything in a fire  today, Saturday, May 27. The family was able to exit the home and save the family pets.

Milford Fire Department received the call of a structure fire around 11 a.m. at 29 EMS D21A Lane, Syracuse. A full assist from Turkey Creek Fire Territory and Plain Township Fire Department was requested.

According to Milford Fire Chief Virgil Sharp, the main part of the fire was in the living room area. When firefighters arrived there was heavy smoke and fire. The mobile home is a total loss.

No official cause of the fire has been determined and Sharp is ruling the fire as unknown.

The American Red Cross was called in to assist the family. However, the family is in need of all items, including size 4 diapers for the 2-year-old and various sizes for the the remainder of the family.

Persons wishing to donate to the family can contact the American Red Cross.