Firefighters battle flames in east Charlotte home

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CHARLOTTE — The Charlotte Fire Department responded to a house fire in east Charlotte on Sunday afternoon.

Firefighters responded to the 3600 block of Dunlavin Way around 1:15 p.m.

Officials said smoke was showing when firefighters arrived on the scene.

The firefighters contained the fire within 15 minutes, according to reports. One person was treated for smoke inhalation.

Investigators said the fire was accidental and started in an enclosed porch. Damages totaled $70,000.

No additional details have been made available.

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