An occupant of the residence was away at the time of the fire which was reported by a neighbor.
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The road was closed between Grandview Road/Vista Drive and Valley View.
There were reports of a possible threat to a structure and winds were driving the flames further.
The resident had called 911 reporting the propane tank on an outdoor barbecue grill was on fire.
The driver told Whatcom News he was concerned for the animals, "I hope they're okay."
Smoke rising from the fire was visible for miles across the county.
There were no injuries and the Fire Marshal's office was called in to investigate.
A neighbor reported hearing what sounded like an explosion shortly before seeing a plume of dark smoke coming from the garage.
Firefighters arrived to find the entire building on fire.