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Crews respond to Euclid house fire

Crews say that fire and smoke caused an estimated $50,000 in damage.

The Euclid Fire Department responded to a call for smoke coming out of a residence Saturday evening.

When crews arrived at the duplex located at 1502 East 248 around 5:32 p.m., the noticed black smoke coming from home and determined that a fire originated in the basement of the home.

The fall also traveled through the walls of the home up to the first floor.

According to reports, it took crews nearly 35 minutes before the blaze was under control.

A total of 16 Euclid firefighters responded to the scene, as well as receiving mutual aid from South Euclid, Richmond Heights, Wickliffe, and Highland Heights Fire Departments.

No civilian or firefighter injuries were reported. The displaced resident is being assisted by the Red Cross at this time.

The Euclid and Hillcrest Fire Investigation Units are currently working to determine the cause of the blaze.

The damage caused by the fire and smoke is estimated at $50,000.

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