The Elyria Fire Department responded to a house fire early Sunday morning.
At approximately 2:45 a.m., fire crews were dispatched to the 1000 block of Rosealee Avenue on the north side of Elyria . When firefighters arrived, they found a working basement fire and immediately began an offensive attack through the interior.
According to Elyria Fire, additional crews arrived and assisted with fire attack and kept the fire from spreading to the upper floor.The fire department said damage is estimated at $60,000 with heavy fire damage to the basement and moderate smoke damage to the first floor.Lifecare EMS evaluated two members of the residence for smoke inhalation but they refused transport. Elyria Fire said one pet unfortunately passed away in the incident, but there were no other injuries reported.Firefighters battled this house fire at the beginning of the snowstorm and they were commended for an outstanding job in limiting the damage to the basement despite the severe weather conditions.Limit your exposure outsideIf you have a fire hydrant out in front of your house, make sure it is accessible; every minute helps in an emergencyCheck carbon monoxide and smoke detectors
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