ROANOKE, Va. – One person was hospitalized, and four people were displaced as a result of a house fire that occurred in Northwest Roanoke on Monday morning, Roanoke Fire-EMS Department said.
Fire-EMS said Fire Marshal Priest was in the area when notified of a fire in the 3100 block of Kirkland Drive NW that was in progress around 9:10 a.m. Priest responded and reported heavy flames coming from the home.
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Crews said they arrived soon after and searched the structure to ensure all occupants were evacuated. The fire was completely extinguished around 9:42 a.m.
Authorities said one person was taken to a local hospital for evaluation. Four people were displaced as a result and are receiving assistance from the Red Cross.
The cause of the fire is under investigation. We will update you with more information as it becomes available.