House fire in St. Peters

At approximately 10:30 a.m. on December 21, 2022, Central Dispatch received calls concerning a fire at a residence on Pomserette road in St. Peters.

Upon arrival at the scene, police discovered that part of the residence was ablaze. Neighbors managed successfully to evacuate three underage children and the female occupant from the residence.

Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire, however, they are still investigating to determine how the fire started.

The female occupant and the three minor children suffered smoke inhalation and received first aid from ambulance personnel. Their health condition is not life-threatening. The investigation into the fire is still ongoing