Massive plume of smoke billows from structure fire in Arcadia

ARCADIA, Fla. —

Crews responded to a fire that ignited at a part-garage, part-living space along North Polk Avenue in Arcadia, according to DeSoto County Fire Rescue.

Fire officials said six people lived there, along with five dogs. Fire officials said everyone who was inside was able to get out quickly without any injuries.

All of the dogs were able to get out as well; however, firefighters said one dog suffered minor smoke inhalation.

The fire is out, and the fire chief said it's hard to know for sure how it started, but believes an electrical issue could have sparked the flames, according to DeSoto County Fire Rescue.

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