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A tragic house fire in East Wichita has left one man dead and a woman in critical condition. The fire occurred early in the morning and prompted an immediate response from the Wichita Fire Department.
Incident Overview
On the morning of the fire, at approximately 10 a.m., the Wichita Fire Department received a report of a blaze at a residence located in the 600 block of N. Belmont Ave., situated near Oliver and Central.
Firefighters’ Quick Response
Fire crews arrived on the scene just two minutes after being dispatched and began fighting the fire immediately.
Upon entering the building, they discovered a man who had unfortunately passed away, and a woman who was severely injured. The woman was promptly transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition.
Fire Containment
Thanks to the quick action of the fire teams, the blaze was successfully contained to the living room area, preventing further spread throughout the house.
Investigation Underway
The cause of the fire is still under investigation. The Wichita Fire Department has stated that more details will be released on Monday as part of an ongoing investigation into the incident.
The tragic fire in East Wichita has resulted in the death of one man and left a woman in critical condition. As the investigation continues, the Wichita Fire Department will provide more details. Our thoughts are with those affected by this devastating event.