On May 4th, 2008 at approximately 6:42 p.m. Sioux Falls Fire Rescue responded to a structure fire at 809 S. Ruth Place.

First arriving units reported smoke on approach. Fire crews quickly extinguished the fire. The fire was contained to the bathroom and bedroom; however, the rest of the structure suffered heavy smoke damage.

The cause of the fire is under investigation. There were no injuries. Five fire trucks and two support vehicles along with 18 firefighters responded to the call.

Red Cross was on scene to assist the residents with temporary living accommodations.