Baltimore County Fire Department reported a house fire in Dundalk Wednesday morning.
The fire was reported in the 3000 block of Dunleer Road around 3:45 a.m.
Crews began search and rescue efforts after being told that a child was still in the home. They located an 8-year-old male suffering from life-threatening injuries. The child was treated on scene by EMS personnel and transported to an area hospital.
An adult male and four additional children escaped the fire with minor injuries and were transported to local hospitals by EMS.
During search efforts, crews also rescued nine cats and two dogs from the home. In total, the fire displaced seven residents.
Baltimore County Police fire investigators are determining the cause of the fire.
