On Monday, December 26, 2022 at approximately 3:04 p.m. the Abilene Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire located in the 1700 block of Grape St. Fire crews arrived to find a small storage shed that was converted into a living space fully involved with fire in the backyard of the main residence. Due to the amount of fire and close proximity, the fire extended into the main structure causing extensive damage to the back of the structure. There were two occupants in the small apartment building and three occupants in the main structure. The American Red Cross was contacted to assist the occupants. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Damages are estimated at $30,000.