Fire crews battle blaze on Baronne, two people seen running from building

Flames tore through a New Orleans home as temperature fell near freezing Monday night.

“The New Orleans Fire Department (NOFD) was dispatched to 2251 Baronne Street. Upon arrival, companies encountered heavy fire in a two-story dwelling,” NOFD Captain Quentin Brown said in a news release.

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Witnesses reported flames shooting out of the back of the home.

“Fire crews entered the structure and initiated fire suppression operations, searching for any additional occupants. A second alarm was struck to provide additional staffing.”…

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