At approximately 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021, the West Fargo Fire Department was dispatched to 929 28th Ave. W. in West Fargo for a report of a residential structure fire. When crews arrived on scene, an active fire was discovered in the washing machine and was quickly extinguished.

The residents were home at the time and were safely evacuated with numerous house pets. The cost of the minor damages is to be determined. The residents will be able to stay in the home tonight.

The West Fargo Police Department, Sanford Ambulance and the Salvation Army assisted the West Fargo Fire Department. No emergency personnel were injured.