SHREVEPORT, La. - Shreveport Fire Department crews responded to a house fire in the 200 block of E. Olive Street early Wednesday.

When firefighters arrived about 5:45 they reported seeing smoke and flames coming from the home.

SFD dispatched seven units to the scene. More than 20 firefighters worked to bring the fire under control just before 6:15 a.m.

The cause of the blaze is under investigation. One firefighter suffered a minor injury while fighting the fire and was taken to the hospital for evaluation.

The Shreveport Fire Department offers free smoke detectors. Anyone in need of a smoke detector for their home can contact the Fire Prevention Bureau at 318-673-6740.

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