1 transported to hospital for burns following Fort Myers structure fire

A structure fire on Stella Street sent one person to the hospital as a trauma alert, according to the Fort Myers Fire Department. FMFD says that at around 1 p.m. on Wednesday they received a call about a fire on the 3000 block of Stella Street. Firefighters found a working fire and one person inside the home. The person inside the home was taken to the hospital after suffering burns, and the fire was put out by crews. FMFD said that they are working with the American Red Cross to help the person who was displaced. DOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment, and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV.