A duplex in southeast Wichita was heavily damaged after catching fire on Saturday night.
A duplex on E. Ross Parkway near George Washington Blvd. was engulfed in flames around 11:30 p.m. as reported.
When firefighters arrived, they immediately noticed flames erupting from the front door of one of the units, according to Wichita Fire Battalion Chief Terry Gresham.
Fortunately, there were no occupants present during the fire, and there were no reported injuries. However, the unit did suffer extensive damage, according to Gresham.
Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire, while experts are in the process of assessing the total damages incurred.
The people living in the duplex have requested assistance from the Red Cross.
