Five people escape house fire in Hickory, several pets do not

HICKORY, N.C. – Investigators say five people escaped a house fire in Hickory Wednesday morning. It happened just before 10:30 on 7th Avenue Southwest.

We’re told some pets were rescued from the home, while others died in the fire.

The Fire Marshal’s office determined it started due to an electrical issue. The American Red Cross is assisting the family impacted.