Five people rescued from basement after fire engulfed two homes in West Valley

What happened

A fire engulfed two homes in West Valley City, resulting in five people being rescued from a basement and one person escaping on their own. Firefighters rescued three children through a small window and two adults via stairs, while a third adult managed to escape without assistance. All six individuals were treated for smoke inhalation.

Timeline

1. Oct 11, 8:04 AM KUTV 2News Five people rescued from basement after fire engulfed two homes in West Valley
2. Oct 11, 8:04 AM KJZZ Five people rescued from basement after fire engulfed two homes in West Valley

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