Authorities report that six individuals were hospitalized after an early morning blaze in Dundalk on Wednesday. The fire broke out in a residential area, and emergency services were called to the 3000 block of Dunleer Road at approximately 3:45 a.m., as reported by WMAR2-News.
Upon arrival, Baltimore County firefighters encountered visible flames from the front and right side of the affected home, according to details from CBS News Baltimore. Firefighters conducted a notable rescue effort, extracting one person and two dogs from the premises. According to Fire Lieutenant Twana Allen, the rescued animals were subsequently taken for care at a veterinary clinic in Pikesville.
The individuals affected by the fire were transported to area hospitals, though the extent of their injuries remains undisclosed. Six people were taken to the hospital, confirmed Fire Lieutenant Twana Allen, in a statement that aligns with the reports from both news outlets.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation. This developing story will be updated periodically as new information emerges, and local news agencies will remain vigilant for any updates concerning the well-being of the affected residents and the ongoing investigation.
