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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Firefighters are investigating after a house fire in west Charlotte Tuesday night was ruled arson.
It happened around 11:30 p.m. on Morton Street, which is off West Morehead Street.
Update: Structure Fire; 2300 Block Morton St; fire was determined to be intentionally set; 1 occupant rescued/ treated for smoke inhalation; damage estimates $25,000 pic.twitter.com/dNeQvUcFGr
— Charlotte Fire Dept (@CharlotteFD) January 6, 2021
Firefighters said they rescued someone from a second floor window, and they are being treated at the hospital for smoke inhalation.
Authorities have not said what caused the fire, but they did say it was intentionally set. So far, no arrests have been made.
Officials said the fire caused around $25,000 in damage to the house.
This is an ongoing investigation. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.
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