Independence Fire-EMS responds to a reported structure fire with possible entrapment.

IFD responded to the fire at 612 South 12^th at 8:17am. Interior crews immediately began search and rescue with fire suppression operations. During the search and rescue flash over conditions occurred. Crews quickly suppressed flames and interior crews were not injured. A completed search of the structure found no occupants and the Independence Police Department confirmed the kids who lived at the residence were at school.

The structure was determined a total loss and the fire is under investigation. Off-duty personnel, Independence Rural, Dearing Rural and Cherryvale Fire-EMS assisted on the call.