WFD responds to house fire

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Wilmington Fire Department responded to a house fire this afternoon at 1110 James Alley.

The fire was contained to the bedroom of origin even though smoke spread throughout the house. The fire was caused by a minor playing with a lighter.

Investigators estimate the damages to be $10,000 to the structure and $2,500 to the contents. No injuries have been reported and the American Red Cross is assisting the family.