Several South Haven area fire departments responded to a structure fire at 10767 53rd Street in Columbia Township on Tuesday morning.
South Haven Area Emergency Services says Columbia Township firefighters were dispatched at 9:55 a.m. while mutual aid was provided by the Bangor Community, Bloomingdale Township, Lee Township fire departments, and SHAES.
The fire started in a garage and spread to the nearby home. Firefighters successfully contained the fire to the residence.
The homeowner said the fire started when he was trying to start the engine of a boat in the garage. He said he tried unsuccessfully to extinguish the blaze with a fire extinguisher.
The occupants escaped without injury.
Van Buren EMS also responded.
