Dog killed, residents displaced after Miami duplex is engulfed in flames – NBC 6 South Florida

An early morning blaze at a duplex in Miami killed a dog and left three residents displaced, according to authorities.

According to Miami Fire Rescue, at about 5:41a.m. Monday, crews responded to reports of a house fire located 3057 SW 18 Street. 

On arrival, crews found a two-story side-by-side residential duplex with smoke and flames coming from the front door.

Immediately, firefighters extended handlines, made entry, and began a quick-fire attack. Within minutes the fire was under control and contained to the unit of origin.  

While the residents had self-evacuated at the time of the fire, officials said a dog was found dead on the second-floor from smoke inhalation. 

During operations, a firefighter sustained a steam burn to the face. He was evaluated on the scene, but did not require treatment or transport. 

The Miami Fire Investigation Unit was requested to determine the cause of the fire.