Four Injured in Highland Park House Fire

Fire officials say it was a close call.

Chattanooga firefighters were called to the house fire at 2405 Kirby Avenue around 11:30 p.m.

Battalion Chief Chris Willmore says one victim had burns to his hands, and another had 2nd degree burns to roughly 20% of his upper body.

All four victims suffered smoke inhalation and were taken to an area hospital..

Two firefighters received minor injuries while fighting the blaze.

Officials say 50% of the structure was destroyed, and the rest of the house was damaged by smoke, heat and water

The cause of the fire is under investigation.