(La Porte County, IN) - An old camper went up in flames yesterday during a brush fire near Michigan City.

 

This happened on County Road 725 West near 275 North about noon.

 

Coolspring Township Assistant Fire Chief Warren Smith says the homeowner was burning leaves and brush on a windy day.

 

He said the near 20 foot long camper was not occupied because it was used for storage.

 

“It was a complete loss,” Smith said.

 

Fortunately, Smith said the house was never threatened.

 

The gusty winds blew the flames in the opposite direction of the residence.

 

Smith said about a half-acre of land in a wooded area also burned.

 

No live trees caught fire.  Just some dead trees already laying on the ground.