A structure fire caused significant damage to a home on the south side of Fort Dodge on Thursday afternoon.

The Fort Dodge Fire Department responded to a two-story wood frame home engulfed in flames at 1207 S. 24th St. shortly after 3 p.m. The crew executed its search, forcible entry and attack operations to address a fire that had stretched from the main floor to the upstairs area.

Multiple handlines were used to bring the fire under control. A second alarm was requested, and six off-duty firefighters were called back to assist with extensive overhaul.

No one was home at the time, though three dogs were successfully rescued without harm — two by bystanders and one by FDFD personnel.

Fort Dodge Police Department officers and MidAmerican Energy workers were on the scene to assist the FDFD.

The cause of the fire is under investigation. According to property records, the home is owned by Ron Williams.