PASCO COUNTY, FL. – Pasco Fire Rescue battled a structure fire Tuesday afternoon in New Port Richey and attempted to save eight dogs from the home.
According to officials, crews arrived at a fully involved home with 8 dogs inside, in the 4500 Block of Weasel Drive Tuesday.
Fire crews worked quickly to knock the fire down and attempted to rescue the animals. Firefighters say 5 dogs died in the fire and 3 others have injuries.
No word yet on any other injuries or the extent of the damage to the home. We will update this story as those details are released.
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