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WILKES-BARRE — A man was taken to a hospital following a fire at his residence early Wednesday morning.
Deputy Fire Chief Alan Klapat said city police reported the fire just after 4 a.m. at 36 Caitlin Ave.
When firefighters arrived on scene, the homeowner was outside and taken to a hospital.
Klapat said the man suffered smoke inhalation and has been released.
Firefighters extinguished the blaze that caused extensive damage to the house, Klapat said.
A firefighter suffered a minor injury while battling the fire.
The cause of the fire is under investigation, Klapat said.
The Fire Inspector investigates an overnight fire at 36 Catlin street. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader