House Fire Reported In Milford, Fire Officials Say

MILFORD, CT — The Milford Fire Department is battling a blaze at 29 Benson St. on Sunday, fire officials said.

The fire is under control. Crews continue to overhaul and investigate. MFD ambulances transported 2 patients with burns, officials said.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

"During today's storm, MFD has staffed all apparatus with an additional Firefighter to assist with increased challenges and call volume," fire officials said. "The additional manpower on the scene today played a significant role in putting water on the large amount of fire present on arrival. Weather conditions are a huge factor during fire operations and snow has the potential to delay necessary tasks from getting completed. Crew worked together and safely to quickly perform...all necessary tasks."