Fire Causes Extensive Damage near Funkhouser

Soreen D / CC

A home along Route 40 near Funkhouser sustained extensive damage in a fire yesterday afternoon.  The Shumway Fire Department was called to the scene at 12:30 to find the home and shed engulfed in the flames.  Fire departments from Effingham, Stewardson, Beecher City and Watson assisted, while Altamont covered Shumway during the fire.  Reportedly, the homeowner was burning leaves and the wind caused it to get out of control.