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Six people from the same family including three kids have been killed and five more people injured in a horrific house fire in Georgia.
The fire department was called to the 1300 block of Macedonia Road, southwest of Atlanta in Coweta County just before 5am.
Fire fighters arrived nine minutes later and saw the property half engulfed in flames with five people outside.
They battled against the flames to locate the remaining six people, who ultimately perished. The children were aged six, , 12 and 13, while the oldest adult fatality was 70 years-old.
The injured were rushed to Grady Memorial Hospital, some in a 'serious' condition.
Six people have been killed and five more injured in a horrific house fire in Georgia
'There are things you cannot wrap your head around,' Sydney Williams, who claims to be a relative posted on Facebook. 'This is one of them. We are absolutely heartbroken.'
'Please pray for our family. The most tragic thing to wake up to.'
She said that two babies and their older sister had managed to escape, along with two adults.
Williams requested children's clothing, diapers and formula to help support the three kids who she said would be out of hospital later.
She is also seeking clothing and belongings for the two surviving adults. Supporters can make donations on GoFundMe.
The six victims are reportedly all from the same family and aged between six and 70, according to the Times Herald quoting Fire Chief Robby Flanagan.
'From what we understand this is a very large family, so we're working to make contact with them,' he said. 'At this time we're unaware of what their immediate needs are but this family is going to need quite a bit of help.'
Pictures show the devastating aftermath of the fire which claimed the lives of three children and two adults
The fire department was called to the 1300 block of Macedonia Road, six miles from the city of Newnan in Coweta County just before 5am
BREAKING: 6 people are dead after a fire in Coweta County on Macedonia Rd. 5 others are injured as a result of the fire. Victims range from “very young to elderly” according to the Coweta County Fire Chief @GoodDayAtlanta pic.twitter.com/8vEdNaEbn4
— Brooke Zauner (@BrookeZaunerTV) June 17, 2024He added that the 1,7999 square foot home has been completely destroyed.
A firefighter is also being treated for minor injuries. The cause of the blaze is not yet known.
'The Coweta County Sheriff’s Office is deeply saddened by the news of the house fire that claimed the lives of several of our community members,' police said in a statement.
'Our hearts go out to the family and friends affected by this tragic loss. We ask that everyone please keep the victims and their loved ones in their thoughts and prayers.'
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