Update: Fire crews still investigating cause of house fire near Rhinelander

NEAR RHINELANDER - Fire crews are still investigating what started a house fire west of Rhinelander Thursday night.

The fire started around 8:15 p.m. on Highway K just west of Rhinelander. Seven fire departments responded to the fire. Four men living there, including the homeowner, got out safely.

The homeowner said he had just stepped out when outlets started smoking. He also said there was a fire in the fireplace.

Full story: WJFW

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