DAYTON — A house in Dayton is considered a total loss after an early morning fire Saturday, according to a spokesperson with the Dayton Fire Department.
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The fire happened in the 1800 block of Valley Street around 2:22 a.m.
Upon arrival, firefighters found heavy fire conditions coming from the 2-story house.
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Crews were not able to search inside due to the heavy fire, the spokesperson said.
Firefighters used several hoses to battle the flames from a defensive position outside to protect the surrounding buildings, the spokesperson added.
No injuries were reported on scene.
The Dayton Fire Department’s Fire Investigations Unit determined that this fire was intentionally set, according to the spokesperson.
Anyone with information is asked to contact investigators at 937-333-TIPS or Miami Valley Crime Stoppers at 937-222-STOP.
As reported by News Center 7, Dayton firefighters responded to another total loss house fire just hours after on W Great Miami Blvd. This fire was also determined to have been intentionally set.
News Center 7 will continue to follow this story.
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