Woman in extremely critical condition after Phoenix house fire

PHOENIX — A woman was hospitalized in extremely critical condition after she was rescued from a house fire in Phoenix, authorities said.

Firefighters responded to reports of a house fire around 7 p.m. near Cave Creek and Beardsley roads, the Phoenix Fire Department said.

“Crews arrived on scene and found a home with heavy smoke and flames. Firefighters quickly advanced hose lines inside the home,” Capt. Kimberly Quick-Ragsdale said in a press release. “Crews conducted a search, rescue and fire attack.”

Firefighters found a woman overcome by the fire and removed her from the home, Quick-Ragsdale said.

She was taken to a hospital in extremely critical condition.

The Community Assistance Program was on scene to assist the displaced residents.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Related

6 displaced, dog rescued after double house fire in south PhoenixKatie Hobbs won’t debate Andy Biggs in governor’s race16 Handles offering freebies, discounts for grand opening of Scottsdale frozen yogurt shopPhoenix man accused of fatally attacking elderly roommate with construction helmet arrestedMan indicted on murder charge in fatal shooting at Phoenix gas stationWith Pocket Fire near Sedona 100% contained, officials significantly reduce closure area