Fire investigators in Galesburg believe a blaze that did severe damage to a boarded home Tuesday was intentionally set.
Galesburg Fire responded Tuesday afternoon to 471 North Cherry St, just after 1 p.m.
All three stations responded, along with the 11 personnel on duty.
Heavy smoke and flames were emanating from the third floor and attic space of the boarded-up home when crews arrived.
Chief Dave Farrell established a command, the Central Station crew went into the home to attack. The Brook Street crew laddered up to the second floor of the structure and made entry with a hose line.
Back-up crews were called in to provide emergency coverage for the city.
While there were no injuries, the third story and attic of the building were “extensively damaged.
Anyone with information about the fire is asked to contact either the Galesburg Police or Galesburg Fire Department.
