2 dogs dead in Lincolnshire fire; 5 people rescued

March 7, 2013 (LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.)

Officials say all five were hugging a railing on a back deck to escape the flames.

Firefighters used a ladder to bring them to safety.

One person was treated for respiratory problems.

Two dogs inside the home died.

Firefighters from several surrounding communities were called to help put out the blaze.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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