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Home in southwest Edmonton damaged by fire

Edmonton Fire Rescue Services said crews were called to a house with an attached garage in the 1000 block of Burns Close shortly after 4 a.m. on Sunday. Global One News Helicopter

Firefighters were called to a home in southwest Edmonton early Sunday morning after a blaze broke out at the residence.

Edmonton Fire Rescue Services said crews were called to a house with an attached garage in the 1000 block of Burns Close shortly after 4 a.m. Seven crews arrived to find a working fire six minutes later.

A fire official told Global News its believed the fire started in the garage before spreading to the attic. Video captured by a Global News helicopter appears to show significant damage to the roof, although the fire department did not confirm the extent of the damage.

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The EFRS said one resident was evaluated by paramedics at the scene but they did not disclose details about their condition.

The fire was declared under control at 5:39 a.m.

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