Sioux Falls Fire Rescue responds to fire with concern of children in building

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO.com) — Sioux Falls Fire Rescue was called to a structure fire Sunday afternoon with reports that children were inside the building. The fire, at 601 S Dakota Ave, was reported shortly after noon.  Crews found smoke and flames coming from the front door and south windows.  Searches of the first floor and basement found nobody inside. Fire personnel knocked the main body of the fire down and conducted a second search of the entire structure.  Crews had the main fire extinguished in 20 minutes but remained on scene for another four hours putting out small fires.  No injuries were reported.  Sioux Falls Fire Rescue reminds ensuring candles are placed a safe distance from combustible materials, and to not leave them unattended.