On arrival, smoke was coming from all sides of the house and the fire was growing in the basement.
Crews had water on the fire in minutes, and rescued Lucy during a primary search of the residence, Haller said.
The fire spread was kept to the basement ceiling. The fire originated in a the coil area of the furnace due to a malfunction with the furnace, though the exact cause of the malfunction is unknown, Haller said.
Damages are estimated at $20,000 to the property and $4,000 to contents.
Crews from West Milton, Vandalia and Bethel Twp. responded to assist, and crews were on scene for about two hours.
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