CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Emergency crews say a person died after a fire broke out early Saturday evening in an east Charlotte neighborhood.
Midland Fire and Rescue confirmed it sent two engines to the scene to assist the Robinson Volunteer Fire Department around 5 p.m. along Faires Road, off of Plaza Road Extension. Photos shared by Midland Fire showed the home involved was a single-story home, with heavy damage apparent on one side of the house.
Medic later confirmed one person died and two others were taken to a hospital for treatment. Midland Fire said a firefighter and a citizen were the ones treated by Medic. The department also said a firefighter was treated on scene for injuries but wasn't taken to a hospital.
Crews from Mint Hill and Flowes Store also aided in the response.
Charlotte Fire confirmed Robinson VFD was the lead agency and referred all news inquiries to them. WCNC Charlotte has made outreach to obtain more information about the fire.
This article will be updated with new information once it is made available.
Flashpoint is a weekly in-depth look at politics in Charlotte, North Carolina, South Carolina, and beyond with host Ben Thompson. Listen to the podcast weekly.
SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || Google Podcasts
All of WCNC Charlotte's podcasts are free and available for both streaming and download. You can listen now on Android, iPhone, Amazon, and other internet-connected devices. Join us from North Carolina, South Carolina, or on the go anywhere.