Many awoke to the sound of sirens and helicopters a little before 7 a.m. as fire crews responded to a fire at 317 N.W. 41st St.

The Seattle Fire Department reports that the house was vacant and the fire started in the basement.

The fire was extinguished shortly after firefighters arrived.

UPDATE: The Red Cross was called to the scene, providing assistance to one adult which could include shelter, food, clothing and other immediate needs.

The Seattle Fire Department said there was a transient living in the basement. He was unharmed by the fire.