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Okotoks home destroyed by fire

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House destroyed following large Okotoks house fire
WATCH: Flames engulfed an Okotoks home Friday afternoon, though a quick response from firefighters stopped it from being much worse. Blake Lough reports – Jul 21, 2018

A home was destroyed by fire in Okotoks, Alta., on Friday afternoon.

Viewer video showed flames shooting from a building, as fire crews worked against heavy smoke to fight the blaze.

Firefighters were called to the home at about 3 p.m.

Neighbours told Global News the fire engulfed much of the home within minutes. Submitted: Linda Herr

The homeowner was at home when the fire broke out but was able to escape without injuries, officials said.

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Fire investigators believe the blaze started in the garage at the back of the house, but it’s too early to determine the cause.

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Crews were still on scene putting out hot spots as of 5 p.m.

Firefighters were able to keep the fire contained to the one home, but neighbouring houses sustained damage.

ATCO was on the scene to shut off the gas and Fortis attended to help cut the electricity.

An investigation into the cause of the fire is expected to get underway Saturday.

A home was destroyed by fire in Okotoks on Friday. Colleen Mario

WATCH: Investigators believe a Friday afternoon fire that destroyed a home in Okotoks started in the garage at the back of the house. Blake Lough reports.

Click to play video: 'Okotoks house fire started at back of home: officials'
Okotoks house fire started at back of home: officials

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