(From the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office)

On January 4th, 2026 at 5:25pm, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office received 911 calls regarding a structure fire located at 16440 U.S. 224 Columbus Grove, Ohio, which is located just outside of the Village of Kalida.

Upon arrival, first responders found a large shed, standing next to the residence fully engulfed. After approximately three hours, the fire was extinguished and the building deemed a total loss.

The residence, which is owned by Kenneth and Deborah Karl, suffered only cosmetic damages.

On scene was the Kalida Fire Department assisted by the Columbus Grove Fire Department, Fort Jennings Fire Department, and the Glandorf Fire Department.

Also assisting was the Kalida E.M.S. Columbus Grove E.M.S. Putnam County E.M.S. and Elite Drove Services.

It is unclear of what caused the fire and the Ohio Fire Marshal Service will be following up on the matter in the next couple days.