A house caught fire in Washington County Monday. The house fire started in the fire place of the home at 3049 Fir Avenue in Brighton. No injuries were reported. According to the Washington Fire Department, the fire spread to the roof; there was considerable damage to the area near the fire place and the roof. The fire was reported at approximately 4:59 p.m. Brighton Fire, Richland Fire and Washington Fire responded to the scene. Alliant Energy was also contacted.