SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — Officials say one person suffered burns as the result of a fire in the basement of a Sioux Falls apartment.

Sioux Falls Fire Department Cpt. Garett Dulaney says the victim suffered burns to the legs during the Saturday morning blaze. The extent of the injuries is not known.

Dulaney says the fire caused extensive damage to the basement and smoke damage to the top floors. It took about 20 minutes to douse the flames. The cause of the fire was not immediately known.

The American Red Cross was on scene to help residents, including members of five families who have been displaced.

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