The cause of a house fire in Wellman last week is still unknown. The fire at 1310 1st Avenue was reported just after 10:30 Friday morning. According to the Wellman Fire Department, no one was inside when the fire started. There was substantial damage to the roof and upper level of the home.

In response, a community member has established a donation fund at Hills Bank for the homeowners. Donations can be made to the Norvin and Mary Coblentz family at any Hills Bank location.

Agencies that responded to the fire on Friday include Wellman Fire, Kalona Fire, Wellman QRS, Washington County Ambulance, Washington County Sheriff’s Department and Alliant Energy.