An early morning fire in Lawrenceville displaced five residents after causing extensive damage to a carport, kitchen and other areas of the main floor of the home.
Firefighters responded at 6:56 a.m. Tuesday to reports of a house fire on the 3000 block of Sir Gregory Manor. The 911 caller reported that flames were coming from the home’s carport and promptly evacuated from the home.
Upon arrival, crews found an active fire at the single-story residence. The fire has spread from the carport into the main area of the home. Crews deployed hose lines and extinguished the flames. While all occupants were able to safely evacuate the home, the fire crews did find two cats that were unable to escape.
Two of the occupants were transported by medical crews to a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. One other occupant was assessed and released by medical personnel at the scene.
According to a release by Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services, one of the occupants was drinking coffee when she opened the door to the carport and was overcome by smoke and flames. The occupant confirmed they do smoke in the carport, but was unsure if anyone had smoked in there that morning. Officials report there were no working fire alarms present in the home.
The American Red Cross is assisting the five displaced adults while repairs are made to the house.
Investigators determined the origin of the fire was in the carport and smoking material was found in the area. They said the fire was accidental.
