KENNETT, Mo. (KFVS) - A house fire in Kennett that injured several people is under investigation.

The fire happened at a home on the 300 block of Varner Street on Saturday morning, September 20.

According to the Kennett Fire Department, when firefighters arrived on the scene, the home was fully involved with flames.

Firefighters said they found five people outside of the home and medical treatment was begun.

Kennett Fire Chief Lance Davis stated that all five were then taken to an out-of-state hospital in serious condition.

No other injuries were reported.

Chief Davis said the fire remains under investigation in coordination with the Missouri Fire Marshal’s Office.

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