Brantford family displaced by house fire
A house fire in Brantford caused extensive damage and displaced a family Thursday night.
The incident occurred around 7 p.m. on Crandell Avenue.
The family was home at the time and was alerted by fire alarms to evacuate the house.
There was extensive damage to the front and back of the home. One person was taken to the hospital for observation.
The cause of the fire is yet to be released.
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