The state fire marshal’s office is on site, a far north Carmi home is gutted, and at least three individuals are being treated for various injuries following a Thursday morning fire. First responders were called to 801 South Summit Street just after 6am. When firefighters arrived, ambulance personnel were already on scene. Chief Daniel Ballard says all 6 occupants were already out of the single story home and some were being treated. White County Ambulance Director Adam Allen says two teens weren’t injured and an adult male refused medical treatment. Two adult females were life flighted to a St. Louis hospital for what Allen called serious injuries sustained in the fire. A 34-year-old female was taken via ambulance to a nearby hospital. Fire fighters left the scene at about a quarter after 9am.
The home is a total loss and we’re told the residents have lost everything. A family member, Teresa Holland has volunteered to serve as a base for community members who want to donate to help the folks get back on their feet once they’ve healed. Items including household, bedding, women and men’s hygiene items, etc. can be taken to 204 Slocumb Street in Carmi. She says among the other things needed include:
Women’s 2XL shirts, 16/18 pants, size 10 shoes
Women’s Large/XL shirts, Large pants, size 8 shoes
Women’s Medium shirts, Medium pants, size 8 1/2 shoes
Women’s (29 weeks pregnant) Large shirt, Large pants, size 9 shoes
Men’s Medium shirts, Medium pants, size 11 shoes
Men’s Medium/Large shirts, Large pants, size 11 shoes
