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Dog dies, 2 people hospitalized following apartment fire on Ventura Way in Newport News

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Posted at 4:48 PM, Dec 22, 2023
and last updated 2023-12-22 21:05:34-05

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — A dog died after a Newport News apartment went up in flames, according to the city’s fire department.

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Does dies after fire breaks out in Newport News apartment

The fire happened on Friday, Dec. 22 around 12:40 p.m. at an apartment on 1200 Ventura Way, the department says.

When crews arrived, they said there were heavy flames, and the fire was so extensive that a second alarm was called. The department says the fire was put out quickly.

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Officials say one firefighter was injured in the fire and taken to the hospital with minor injuries. A civilian was also hospitalized for smoke inhalation, the department says.

The department also said a dog died in the fire. They say one man and two women are displaced due to the fire.

The fire is under investigation.

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