RICE COUNTY — Investigators with the Kansas State Fire Marshal’s office determined a fire at a home in Lyons on Tuesday was accidental, according to Lyons Fire Chief Brad Reid.

The homeowner discovered fire damage in the single-family, two-story residence at 113 N. Saint John Ave. as they arrived home.

A space heater is believed to have started the fire. Fortunately there was a lack of oxygen and the fire smothered itself, according to Reid.

The home suffered approximately $10,000 in damage to the basement and additional smoke damage.

There were no injuries.