A single-story home burned in Bay Terraces Tuesday afternoon, according to the fire department.
Fire and smoke was seen from the home's backyard at 7778 Praire Mound Way.
Just after 5 p.m. firefighters contained the fire in the detached building in the back of the house.
All occupants were evacuated and no injuries were reported.
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