The San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District responded just after 10:30 a.m. to 19251 San Ramon Valley Boulevard on the report of a house fire. Arriving crews found flames coming from the second story of the abandoned historic home, known as the “Harlan House.” Firefighters were able to get control of the well-involved structure fire, which also spread to nearby grass, within a few minutes of attack, according to Battalion Chief Damien Alvarez.
“Unfortunately, there was fire which consumed a majority of it,” Alvarez said, describing the permanent loss of the historic house.
According to the City of San Ramon, the Harlan House was built in 1853 by Joel and Minerva Harlan, who used their earnings from gold prospecting to settle in the area.
The fire is under investigation by the San Ramon Police Department as a possible arson, according to fire officials.
“There were some witnesses that said that they may have some possible suspects,” Alvarez said, “and with that, we get PD involved.”
Fire crews remained at the house to douse hot spots.
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