LACONIA - Two adults and their dog are homeless following a fire that greatly damaged their home on Saturday morning.
The fire at 70 Winnisquam Ave. was heavy when firefighters arrived, burning on both floors. According to a press release from the Laconia Fire Department, a neighboring house also caught fire and a second neighboring house also suffered heat damage. Much of the fire was extinguished by a smaller than usual crew. One firefighter was injured and treated at Laconia Regional General Hospital.
Damage to the home is estimated at in excess of $100,000, with neighboring homes expected to have about $10,000 in damages.
The Red Cross Disaster Action Team has met with the residents and made sure they have a safe place to sleep, and that they have food, clothing and other essentials.
No cause for the fire has yet been determined.
Fire seriously damaged this home at 70 Winnisquam Ave. in Laconia Saturday morning. (Courtesy photo)
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