Clifton, CO – Fire crews responded late Tuesday morning to a residential blaze in Clifton that left one person injured and caused significant damage to a home.
According to the Clifton Fire Protection District (CFPD), firefighters were dispatched around 11:18 a.m. on Tuesday, November 4, to the area of Bookcliff Avenue and Kirby Lane following reports of a house fire.
When firefighters arrived, they found flames that had reportedly started in the kitchen and spread to the attic. Crews quickly worked to extinguish the fire and prevent it from spreading further. One person was transported to a local hospital with injuries, officials confirmed.
No additional details about the person’s condition or the cause of the fire have been released as of Tuesday afternoon.
The Grand Junction Fire Department and the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office assisted CFPD with firefighting and support efforts at the scene.
Residents nearby were urged to stay clear of the area as emergency crews worked to contain the blaze and ensure safety.
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