4 people, dog displaced after house fire in Oceanside

OCEANSIDE, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) -- Four people and a family pet have been displaced after a fire damaged their home in Oceanside on Wednesday.

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The fire was reported around 11:45 a.m. in the 3500 block of Sea Ridge Road. Units with the Oceanside Fire Department arrived to the scene minutes later and reported heavy smoke and fire coming from the garage.

Dispatch had received reports that the family dog was still inside the house, authorities said.

Fire crews worked to suppress the fire while simultaneously searching inside for the dog.

No human occupants were found inside, but firefighters were able to locate and rescue the dog, according to OFD. The dog suffered mild smoke inhalation but is expected to fully recover, authorities added.

Investigators said the fire started in the garage of the home and confirmed four residents were displaced by the incident.

OFD reminds the public that if a fire breaks out, do not attempt to extinguish it yourself. Instead, evacuate immediately, call 9-1-1 and wait in a safe location for firefighters to arrive.