Nine displaced in Hartford fire

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Hartford fire crews at the scene of a structure fire on Elliott Street Photo credit Hartford Fire Department

Hartford, Conn./WTIC Radio - One person has died in a house fire in Hartford.

The call came in a little after 1030 p.m. on Monday to a multi-family structure on Elliott Street.

Crews encountered heavy fire on the first floor, which spread to the second floor and then the roof.

A second alarm was sounded for additional personnel.

One person was taken to the hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation.

The deceased individual was pronounced at the scene.

Officials say a total of nine adults, three families, have been displaced.

The local and state fire marshal's offices are investigating, along with Hartford police.

Featured Image Photo Credit: Hartford Fire Department