MIAMI – Seven people were displaced from their homes Monday after a fire erupted at a single-story triplex in the city of Miami, first responders confirmed.
The fire was reported at 11:04 a.m. in the area of Northwest Fifth Avenue and 59th Street.
According to City of Miami Fire Rescue officials, firefighters arrived at the scene to find smoke and flames coming from the building. They were told there were multiple animals trapped inside.
“Immediately, firefighters extended hose lines into the structure to perform a quick-fire attack locating the seat of the fire,” Lt. Pete Sanchez said in an email to Local 10. “Simultaneously, a search was conducted in which 5 dogs and 2 cats were removed. 2 of those dogs were provided with lifesaving efforts but unfortunately succumbed to smoke inhalation.”
Sanchez said the fire under control within 30 minutes.
He said one person was evaluated at the scene for a small burn to the ears, but they did not require transportation to a hospital.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
The seven displaced residents are being assisted by the American Red Cross.
No other details were immediately released.