South Windsor firefighters rescued cats and dogs when flames broke out at a home on Long Hill Road Tuesday.
Crews responded to the report of smoke coming from the side and roof of the home at 234 Long Hill Road around 4 p.m. When they arrived they heard dogs inside but could not enter because of intense smoke. Firefighters opened the door and were able to get the dogs out of the home.
Crews also rescued three cats from the home. They were treated with donated pet oxygen masks then taken to an emergency vet for further treatment.
It took firefighters around 45 minutes to get the fire under control. The cause remains under investigation.
Two rooms in the home were damaged but no human injuries were reported. The homeowner and dogs will stay with family, fire officials said.
