ORLANDO, Fla. – A house fire in Orlando sent two people to the hospital Monday night, including a firefighter who was injured while battling the flames.
The blaze broke out at a two-story home on the 200 block of East Amelia Street. Orlando Fire Department crews responded quickly, evacuating the building and extinguishing the flames.
According to officials, one person suffered burn injuries and was transported to Orlando Regional Medical Center. Their injuries are described as non-life-threatening. A firefighter was also injured on the scene and taken to a nearby hospital. The firefighter’s condition has not yet been released.
#UPDATE: 1 burn patient was transported to ORMC for non-life threatening injuries and 1 firefighter was also injured on scene and transported to a nearby hospital. https://t.co/pYvd8FYl9Z pic.twitter.com/Oq8bwNyvb4
— Orlando Fire Dept (@OrlandoFireDept) December 2, 2024
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The cause of the fire remains under investigation. The Orlando Fire Department’s Arson and Bomb Squad is leading the effort to determine how the fire started.
Dramatic images released by Orlando Fire show firefighters working inside the burning building, with flames pouring from windows. Video from the aftermath reveals significant damage to the home, with charred walls and debris scattered across the property.
Officials have not said whether foul play is suspected. Updates will be provided as the investigation continues.
This is a developing story and may be updated.
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