Fire crews are responding to a house fire in Wathena.

Around 10 a.m. Thursday firefighters were on the scene in the area of 4th and Benton. Flames could be seen coming from the windows of the home and a large cloud of smoke was overhead.

The St. Joseph Fire Department has also responded to assist.  Multiple fire trucks from different agencies could be seen in the area.

Shortly before noon the two story home was still burning.

A witness on scene said they do not believe anyone was home when the fire started.