Witnesses of an early morning house fire are calling members of the Kansas City Fire Department ‘true heroes.’
Crews were called to a fire near Wyoming and 39th Street after reports of large flames and massive smoke coming from the back of a house.
Officials say three people were rescued from the burning home. One person is being treated for smoke inhalation, but they are expected to make a full recovery.
At least 3 ppl rescued from house #fire at 39th & Wyoming @KCMOFireChief @KCMOFireDept @41actionnews pic.twitter.com/lNAauEe8kU
— Belinda Post (@Belinda_Post) January 13, 2017
Eyewitnesses told 41 Action News that firefighters rescued a man and a woman who were sitting on the roof trying to escape the smoke and flames.
Another man and a cat were also rescued from inside the burning home.
The cause of the fire has not yet been determined.
Investigators are on the scene.
This story is developing. Stay with 41 Action News for the latest.
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