TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Updated at 4:04 p.m.
TFD responded to the house fire at 1:51 p.m. in the 6800 block of E. Calle Ileo for reports of heavy smoke and flames from a backyard and the back of the house.
By 2:44 p.m. the fire was under control.
According to TFD, no injuries to civilians, however, a firefighter suffered a twisted ankle and will be evaluated.
The American Red Cross Arizona assisted six people and three dogs that have been displaced.
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The Tucson Fire Department responded to a house fire on Monday afternoon near Avenida Planeta.
The inside of the house has been knocked down, and workers are now working to put out the fire in the backyard and attic.
TFD advises the public to avoid the area.
Stay with KGUN 9 for further updates.
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