(Photos by Dave Cyphert of ProPoint Media Photography)
Clarion County 9-1-1 received a call around 10:06 a.m. reporting the fire at 264 Maple Lane just off Route 66.
Firefighters from Farmington Township VFC, Washington Township VFD, Shippenville-Elk VFD, and Marienville VFD were dispatched to the scene.
State Police Fire Marshal Kathleen Watters said one occupant of the home — 45-year-old David Sloan — was taken to the Clarion Hospital where he received treatment for a minor injury.
Farmington Township Assistant Fire Chief Tyler Lencer requested assistance from Fire Marshal Watters in determining the origin and cause.
The garage and contents was a total loss with damage is being estimated at $80,000, according to Watters.
A cause has not yet been determined, and the fire remains under investigation.