10:50 a.m. November 8th, Wagner Fire Dept was called to respond to a fire call coming in as smoke exiting the roof at the Good Samaritan Center in Wagner. Wagner Fire Dept responded, and requested mutual aid from Dante, Ravinia, and Lake Andes Fire Departments.

The fire department arrived on scene to an active fire in the roof of the SW portion of the building, near the kitchen and utility rooms. An aggressive attack contained the fire to that section of the building, and prevented the fire from spreading beyond that portion of the building.

All residents and staff were safely evacuated to the Wagner Community Memorial Hospital- Avera and Armory with no injuries. Assistance was provided by Charles Mix Sheriff, Yankton Sioux Tribe Police Officers, Good Samaritan staff, Wagner Community School Staff, Charles Mix and Douglas County Emergency Management, Wagner Community Hospital and Wagner and Lake Andes Ambulance.

Cause of fire is undetermined at this time, and being examined by SD fire marshal’s office. Wagner Fire was on scene until approximately 4:00 p.m.