HOUSTON - One person was taken to the hospital following a late night townhome fire on Wednesday night in Houston.
Officials said the fire sparked up in the 9800 block of United Drive just before 11:45 p.m.
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When firefighters arrive don the scene, they found a 1-story townhome on fire with a victim outside.
Crews were able to make an offensive attack on the fire, and it was quickly extinguished.
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The room where the fire started suffered extensive damage and Houston Fire Department Arson investigators were requested to determine the cause and origin.
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Authorities said estimated damage to the home is $35,000.