LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — A Lafayette family is recovering after a fire tore through their home on the 200 block of Bellridge Drive overnight, destroying vehicles, belongings and years of memories; but sparing their lives.
Homeowner Butch Ousse said the fire began in the carport late Friday night and spread rapidly through the attic and main living areas of the house. He, his wife, son and three dogs all managed to escape unharmed.
“It’s a nightmare fire,” Ousse said. “It was really bad. I yelled at my son, ‘Come on, there’s a fire in the house!’ We each grabbed a dog and ran out the front door.”…