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Man injured in Killeen house fire
FROM THE KILLEEN FIRE DEPARTMENT:
On Wednesday, February 24, 2010, at approximately 6:40 am, the Killeen Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 1700 block of N. 18th St. Firefighters arrived on scene and observed fire venting from a rear window. Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the fire which was contained to a rear bedroom. While performing a search of the house, firefighters located the body of an unidentified male, lying on the kitchen floor near the back door. Firefighters removed and began treating the victim. The victim was later transported by Killeen FD EMS to an area hospital where he was listed in stable, but serious condition. No other injuries were reported. The fire is being investigated by the Killeen Fire Marshal’s Office.
