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NATCHEZ — Two houses caught fire on Woodside Court off of Lower Woodville Road on Friday evening.

The first home that caught fire around 6 p.m. Friday was empty and the fire spread quickly to the second home before firefighters could make it to the scene, Fire Chief Robert Arrington said.

The second home was occupied but everyone inside made it out without injuries, Arrington said.

“The cause of the first fire is still under investigation and the one that originally caught fire, ignited the second. Reports are electricity wasn’t shut off as it was supposed to be and the fire rekindled during the night.”

Arrington said the vacant house was a total loss, adding he is not sure at this time about the second home.

“Both had extensive damage,” he said.

Arrington said cautioned the public that conditions are not good for burning.

“If I’m not mistaken, the county is working on a burn ban. Regardless, we caution people with their burning. I would advise against having any open flame and I wouldn’t suggest burning anything in this weather. High winds and dry conditions are always a bad burning situation.”

This story will be updated with additional information when available.