ATASCADERO — A residential garage fire was reported by multiple next-door neighbors on Saturday, Jan. 18, at approximately 9:27 a.m. The fire started at 9177 Maple St. in Atascadero.

Fire engines from Atascadero, Paso Robles, Templeton, the State Hospital, and Cal Fire were dispatched to fight the fire. A battalion chief from Atascadero and one from Cal Fire were also sent to fight the blaze.

On arrival, the first engine on the scene encountered heavy fire coming from the interior and rear of the garage structure. Initial access to the fire was difficult due to both fences and debris surrounding the property. Still, the fire was extinguished in an hour.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.