A home in Independence has substantial interior damage after a fire.

Yesterday at 6:45 p.m., Independence Fire-EMS responded to a report of a structure fire at 512 N. 16th Street. Upon arrival, Tower 1 found smoke showing from the eaves and attic. Forcible entry was required and firefighters encountered a hoarding situation with large piles of debris to crawl over. The fire was extinguished quickly but substantial interior damage occurred. There were no injuries. Independence Fire-EMS was assisted by Independence Rural, Cherryvale Fire-EMS, and Dearing Rural Fire. The cause of the fire is under investigation by Independence Police Department and Independence Fire-EMS.