11 people, 6 dogs displaced after Phoenix house fire
PHOENIX - Several people were forced out of their home Saturday when a fire burned a home in Phoenix.
Phoenix Fire says crews responded just after 10 a.m. on April 15 to a large fire burning through a small home near 15th and Campbell Avenues.
"Quick actions by crews led to a fast and aggressive fire control with no injuries occurring to any civilians or sworn personnel," Capt. Scott Douglas said. "Firefighters and neighbors were also able to safely assist the six family dogs away from the property."
No one was injured, but 11 residents and six dogs were displaced due to the fire.
The cause is under investigation, but the residents told firefighters they heard a "loud popping noise" come from the backside addition to the home.
A crisis team is assisting the displaced residents.
"Very tough day. We had different plans. This wasn't included in our plans," said Rosalinda Segovia.
It only took a matter of minutes before Segovia and her family lost almost everything they owned.
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"Things happen. Makes you more humble because you think you have what you need, and then all of a sudden you lose everything. But at least we have our life and that's what's important," she said.
Phoenix Fire Department says the cause hasn't been determined, but this, and every house fire, should serve as a stark reminder.
"Get smoke detectors. Put them in every room and make sure they work," Phoenix Fire said.
A GoFundMe has been set up for the family: https://www.gofundme.com/f/house-fire-devastated-our-family
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