Man Critical After House Fire

Officials say the fire at 1253 Islington St. broke out around 7:30 p.m. and flames could be seen upon arrival

A man is in critical condition following a fire in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Tuesday night, fire officials say.

Officials say the fire at 1253 Islington St. broke out around 7:30 p.m. and flames could be seen upon arrival.

Crews went inside and rescued the man, who has not been identified. He was brought to Portsmouth Regional Hospital with life-threatening injuries.

A firefighter was transported to a hospital for heat exhaustion, but was later released.

The cause of the fire is under investigation. The extent of the damage is unknown.

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