HOUSTON (KIAH) — The Fire Marshal's Office confirms the tragic passing of a three-year-old child who was rescued from a fire and later died in the hospital.

According to firefighters, the child, along with a woman, were discovered on the second floor of a home located on Redding Springs Lane during the Saturday night incident.

Both individuals were immediately administered CPR and transported to the hospital in critical condition. The young child did not survive.

The family has stated they encountered difficulties trying to navigate through the burglar bars on the windows.

As a result, the fire marshal's office is issuing a safety reminder: If you have burglar bars installed in your home, it is crucial to ensure that everyone knows the location of the keys.

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