The Chattanooga Fire Department was dispatched to a residential fire on Wednesday at 823 Wheeler Ave. around 3:30 a.m.
Fire crews arrived on scene to find a fire on the front porch of the residence. The fire was quickly extinguished and was contained to the front porch, however smoke and water damage to the front bedroom displaced the family of three.
The American Red Cross is assisting the family with temporary housing. Hamilton Emergency Services, Chattanooga Police Department and Electric Power Board were also on scene to assist. No injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Chattanooga Fire Department Arson Division.