The Clear Lake Fire Department responded to a report of a house on fire at 713 N. 11th St. at 6:35 a.m. Tuesday morning, Feb. 5.  
    Upon arrival, firefighters saw fire venting from the roof of the single story home owned and occupied by Maxine Funk.  The fire was reported by Bob Funk, who lives in the residence at 713 1/2 N. 11th St.
    The fire was located primarily in the attic of the house, but heavy smoke and heat damage was found throughout the structure.
    Fire Chief Doug Meyers said a great deal of time was spent removing cellulose insulation from the attic.  The cause of the blaze was determined to be an electrical short in fixed wiring in the attic space that ignited the insulation, according to Meyers.
    Thirteen firefighters in four companies were on the scene until 9:10 a.m.  They were assisted at the scene by the Clear Lake Police Department and Alliant utilities.
    No injuries were reported.