Indianapolis, IN – Fire crews responded Monday afternoon after flames broke out at a home in the 4500 block of Ralston Avenue, according to the Indianapolis Fire Department (IFD). Fortunately, no one was home at the time.
According to IFD officials, firefighters arrived shortly after 1:30 p.m. to find heavy smoke showing from the structure. Crews launched an aggressive interior attack to prevent the blaze from spreading. The fire was brought under control in about 20 minutes.
While no residents were injured, officials said one cat perished in the fire. Damage estimates have not yet been released.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Indianapolis Fire Department.
Residents in the area reported seeing thick smoke as firefighters worked to contain the flames. No neighboring homes were damaged, officials said.
Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact fire investigators.
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