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Fire crews rescue 55-year-old man from house fire in North Texas

According to the Briar-Reno Fire Department, several agencies responded to the fire.

AZLE, Texas — Fire crews with the Briar-Reno Fire Department were reportedly able to rescue a 55-year-old man from a house fire on Saturday, July 6. 

According to the department, around 8:56 a.m., crews responded to the report of a porch fire in the 14000 block of Briar Road in Azle, Texas. 

Upon arrival, the department says crews found heavy fire coming from the home, along with a 55-year-old man unconscious inside. 

According to the department, crews were able to perform a rapid rescue and get the man out. However, he suffered second-degree burns to about 50% of his body. The victim was flown to Parkland hospital, the department said in a press release. 

The department says the following agencies also responded to assist in the rescue:

  • Azle Fire Department
  • Wise County E.S.D 1
  • Parker County E.S.D. 1
  • Tarrant County Sheriff's Office
  • Tarrant County Fire Marshal's Office 
  • Careflight

Briar-Reno Fire Department says the fire is under investigation by the Briar-Reno and Tarrant County Fire Marshal's Office.

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