Fire engulfs Lehigh Acres duplex, residents evacuate, dog rescued

Reporter: Amy Galo Writer: Matias Abril
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A fire engulfed a duplex in Lehigh Acres, sending residents scrambling out of their homes and rescue teams hustling to rescue a dog.

The fire is now under control, according to Lehigh Acres Fire Control, but the aftermath, late Tuesday night, was huge.

Firefighters are continuing to investigate the scene, as of 11 p.m.

The family got out safely. Also, a dog was saved from the duplex and returned to its family.

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