The fire is believed to have started in the basement of the home, which was heavily damaged, fire officials said.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
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Firefighters are battling a fire Monday in the 600 block if East Southern Avenue in Springfield.
We have a crew at the scene, and we will bring you the latest information as it becomes available.
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