WFD Investigating Overnight Blaze in Pleasanton Area

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The Wheeling Fire Department is investigating an overnight fire in the Pleasanton area of the city.

Around 1:25 a.m., Wednesday, firefighters were dispatched to 1209 Frances Avenue. When crews arrived on scene, the rear of the house was fully involved and the fire was spreading into the attic/roof area.

Crews spent hours on scene working to extinguish the flames and treat hot spots.

No one was injured during the incident. Fire investigators currently are working to determine an exact cause. The house is a likely a total loss.

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