Chimney fire forces evacuation of Ogden motel, causes $50K damage

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OGDEN — Two fire agencies responded to a chimney fire at a two-story Ogden motel Saturday afternoon.

Bystanders reported the fire just before 5 p.m. at the Colonial Motel at 1269 Washington Blvd. Crews worked to put out the fire and evacuate the motel, according to a statement from the Ogden Fire Department. A total of 17 firefighters from Ogden City Fire Department and Northview Fire Department responded with two engines, two ladder trucks, a rescue truck and an ambulance.

Officials said the fire was contained to the chimney area.

The fire caused up to $50,000 in damages. The cause is currently under investigation. No injuries were reported.

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Jen Riess is the weekend and evening content producer for KSL.com. She also covers breaking news and in her free time loves being with her dogs and cheering on the Cleveland Browns.

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