2 pets die after house fire in Colchester

COLCHESTER, Conn. (WTNH) — Two pets are dead following a heavy structure fire Saturday night in Colchester.

Colchester first responders reported to a home on Elm Street, where they witnessed a garage fire that extended into the attic and siding.

Crews began to extinguish the flames by stretching multiple fire hoses aimed at the garage, second floor, attic, and various sections of the home’s exterior.

Five animals were rescued, and two, a cat and a dog, died as a result of smoke inhalation.

Two kittens were unharmed, and a cat was sent for further treatment. It is now doing well.

The Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause of the fire.

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