BLACK HAWK, S.D. – A two-alarm fire injured four people early this morning.

Black Hawk Volunteer Fire Department, responded to a reported structure fire in the 6000 block of Polk St. in Summerset just before 2:00 a.m.

First arriving Firefighters found a free burning fire with a heavy smoke condition, issuing from the interior of a single story, residential structure with fire extending into the ceiling and roof assembly.

Additionally, fire extended to adjacent trees, vegetation, and residential structures, causing smoke, heat, fire damage and evacuations.

Rapid attack by Firefighters contained the fire, stopping further threats to population and damage to infrastructure and other improvements, the incident did escalate to two alarms. 

Of the four occupants of the structure, three received treatment on scene and were released, a fourth was transported to Monument hospital by ambulance for further evaluation. A neighbor did receive treatment on scene for minor injuries and was released.

 The American Red Cross Serving Central and Western South Dakota, family and neighbors are assisting the residents.

Unfortunately, two domestic animals perished as a result of the fire

No injuries to firefighters were reported.