An apartment unit’s sprinkler system contained a fire that started from burnt food in a microwave on Tuesday, April 21, according to the Minot Fire Department.

At 3:30 a.m., the department responded to a report of smoke in an apartment. Firefighters discovered smoke from floor to ceiling inside the apartment. The building’s sprinkler system activated and contained the fire, which originated in a microwave and extended to surrounding cabinets.

The occupant was not in the residence when crews arrived on the scene. Fire crews searched the apartment and rescued a cat. Crews remained on scene to assist residents, discuss alternate housing with the affected resident and remove water from the unit and the unit below. No injuries were reported.