ROCKVILLE, Md. — A single-family home on Starlight Court in Rockville, was engulfed in flames around 6:51 a.m. Wednesday.

According to authorities, two residents and two dogs were able to escape, however, the family cat has not yet been found. No injuries were reported and the fire was quickly brought under control when firefighters arrived on the scene.

Montgomery County Fire Department spokesperson, Pete Piringer said on X, formally known as Twitter, that a large column of smoke was visible as rescuers approached the scene.

The fire closed down Scott Drive at Overlea Drive and Wooton Parkway, but those roads have since reopened.

Credit: Pete Piringer, Montgomery County PIO

Investigators are still working to determine what caused the fire.

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