OCALA, Fla. — Marion and Ocala firefighters battled a house fire over the weekend in the 5500 block NW 39th Lane.
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According to Marion County Fire Rescue, the call came in just before 5 p.m. on Saturday.
Officials said multiple 911 callers reported smoke and flames coming from the house and one person was still inside.
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Fire crews arrived within minutes and confirmed smoke and flames were coming through the roof.
Despite fire crews’ efforts, the fire was able to claim the garage and the garage roof collapsed.
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Firefighters said they were able to get control of the fire about 19 minutes after arriving on the scene.
No firefighters were injured during the incident.
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One resident was transported to a local hospital, but no details were given on the nature of his injuries.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation and the Red Cross is assisting the family.
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