A woman suffered serious injuries early Wednesday when a house went up in flames in northeast Oklahoma City, according to officials. Fire crews rushed to the blaze near NE 13th Street and Kelham Avenue and were able to bring the flames under control.
Investigators say the cause of the fire is still under review as crews processed the scene.
As reported by KFOR, firefighters with the Oklahoma City Fire Department found the injured woman at the scene and described her condition as serious. According to KFOR, crews limited the damage to the immediate structure while investigators worked to determine what sparked the blaze.
Fire department response
Per the Oklahoma City Fire Department, responding units secured the area once the flames were under control and turned the scene over to fire investigators. The department’s public-safety pages also highlight resources for residents, including free smoke-alarm requests and fire safety tip sheets.
How residents can protect themselves
Residents are urged to test smoke alarms every month, practice home escape plans with everyone in the household and keep flammable items away from heaters, stoves and other heat sources. If you see smoke or flames, call 911, stay at a safe distance and give emergency crews plenty of room to work.
Investigators have not released additional details about what caused the fire or the injured woman’s identity. Authorities say they will provide updates as more information becomes available.
