A fire broke out just south of Springfield near Dorris Ranch Sunday, burning down two homes.
We spoke to residents about the aftermath.
Fire crews are wrapping up on what was initially a two-home blaze, and the cause still under investigation. Firefighters brought in additional trucks and resources from neighboring departments due to a lack of fire hydrants in the area.
The first home caught fire before spreading to the home next to it.
Ben Meigs, Battalion Chief with Eugene-Springfield Fire Dept., said, "Once we got on scene, we had multiple fires in multiple structures. Significant amount of flames, significant amount of smoke in the area. At that point, we went to a second alarm, bringing additional resources, ultimately, due to the fact that we don't have hydrants nearby in this neighborhood. We brought a total of six water tenders from the greater county area to supply water for this effort."
Despite the tragedy, neighbors gathered around to put out small fires that cropped up on the property.
One neighbor, William Brady, is a cousin of one of the victims.
"They made it out; she was able to get her dog out," Brady said. "But as far as I understand, her cat did not make it. They're just lucky; they're happy to be out. I mean, there was some sentimental items, her husband just recently past away... his urn was in there; I don't know if that made it. But other than that, I'm just happy they made it out. Things can be replaced; still have the memories of the people lost. As far as I know, the other neighbor, they made it out. Everybody made it out."
There are no reported injuries at this time.
Firefighters have since cleared the area.
We met the homeowner of one of the properties, but she declined to comment.