Dogs, several reptiles die in house fire in Ocala, firefighters say

OCALA, Fla. — Several animals died in a house fire in Ocala early Wednesday morning, according to Marion County Fire Rescue.

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Firefighters said they were called around 3:11 a.m. after a fire broke out at a home in the 100 block of SE 81st Street.

Residents said several animals were trapped inside the home, and an explosion was heard.

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Dogs, several reptiles die in house fire in Ocala, firefighters say

The single-wide mobile home was around 50% involved with active fire as crews started to battle the blaze.

Officials said multiple hazards, including exploding ammunition and downed power lines, threatened firefighters’ safety.

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Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire around 3:36 a.m.

Unfortunately, two dogs and multiple reptiles died inside of the home.

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The American Red Cross was called out to help the family displaced due to the fire.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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