Teen in critical condition after Magnolia house fire

A 17-year-old boy is reportedly in critical condition at Kent General Hospital suffering from smoke inhalation, after a house fire in Magnolia that happened, on Thursday morning.

The Delaware Office of the State Fire Marshall says the blaze was reported at a home on Orange Street, in Paris Villa, just after 7:00 AM.

When the Magnolia Fire Company got to the scene, they say smoke was pouring out of the house. Firefighters then entered the home, where they say they rescued the teen.

Deputy Fire Marshals are on the scene searching for the fire’s origin and cause. Fire damage is reportedly estimated at $25,000. Investigations say their investigation is continuing.