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South Charlotte House Fire: Roof Engulfed in Flames
19 Jun
Summary
- Firefighters responded to a two-story home on Clematis Drive.
- Flames were observed shooting from the roof upon arrival.
- Thirty firefighters controlled the blaze in 40 minutes; no injuries reported.
Charlotte Fire Department crews were dispatched to a significant house fire in south Charlotte early Friday morning. The incident occurred at a two-story residence located on Clematis Drive, with the initial call received around 6:15 a.m. Upon arrival at the scene, firefighters observed flames aggressively consuming the roof of the structure.
Bringing the fire under control required a substantial response, with thirty Charlotte firefighters dedicating 40 minutes to extinguish the blaze. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries to residents or fire personnel. The Charlotte Fire Investigation Task Force is now working to determine the origin and cause of the fire. Updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
