House Fire in Kennesaw Leaves Two Hospitalized
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A significant house fire occurred in Kennesaw, Georgia, on August 26, 2024, leading to two individuals being hospitalized. Firefighters were dispatched shortly after 5:30 p. m. to a residence on Old 41 Highway NW, where they found the interior fully engulfed in flames. Over three dozen firefighters from Marietta and Cobb County worked diligently to control the situation, which resulted in the closure of the highway for several hours.
The condition and extent of injuries of the two individuals taken to the hospital have not been released, leaving their status uncertain. Investigators are on the scene to uncover the cause and circumstances surrounding the fire. Interestingly, the house had a for-sale sign, indicating it had just been listed prior to the incident. The extent of the damage caused by the fire has not yet been disclosed. This incident raises community concerns about fire safety and the potential impact on housing in the area.