A fire destroyed a home with a legal marijuana grow inside.
The fire started around 12:35 a.m. on North Eagle Street, near Montbello Central Park, in Denver.
When firefighters arrived, they said the home was fully involved.
Crews wkg hot spots, fully involved house fire, 4750 N Eagle St. No injuries, no transports. Cause under investigation.
— Denver Fire (@Denver_Fire) January 14, 2016
One resident told Denver7 the smoke detectors woke his family up. He said he got everyone out, including his 8-month-old son, then went back in and rescued two dogs.
"It could have been a lot worse." Renter thinks electrical problems sparked fire. pic.twitter.com/Vp43CObhvB
— Brendaliss Gonzalez (@brendalissg) January 14, 2016
The man was treated and released at a nearby hospital for smoke inhalation.
The resident said they had a legal marijuana grow operation, but they said the fire started in another place in the house.
You can really see the damage now that the sun's out. Family of 6 displaced. pic.twitter.com/5teXhdD5Vk
— Brendaliss Gonzalez (@brendalissg) January 14, 2016
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