Fire Destroys House in Tennyson

A house in Tennyson was destroyed by fire early Sunday. According to a report, the fire occurred around 1:30am Sunday at a residence on Tennyson Street in Tennyson. The fire started in the attached garage and spread to the rest of the house. No injuries were reported. Seven people were in the house when the fire began. They were sleeping and all were awakened and were able to get out safely. Fire departments from Dickeyville, Platteville, Lancaster and Fennimore were called to assist, as well as the Potosi Rescue Squad and Grant County Rehab. The house is a total loss.