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A Canandaigua man attempted to entering his burning home to rescue three family pets on Monday afternoon, according to the Ontario County Sheriff's Office.
Deputies said firefighters from five Ontario County departments were called to 4299 State Route 21 in Canandaigua just after 4:40 p.m. While the family was not home when the fire broke out, Keith J. Rose, 32, arrived at the scene just before emergency responders and attempted to get inside to rescue his family's pets.
Deputies said the house was fully engulfed in flames and that Rose was unable to enter his home because of heavy fire conditions. He suffered from minor smoke inhalation, was treated at the scene and released.
Two dogs and one cat died in the house fire, deputies said.
Deputies said the house was a total loss, but was insured. Authorities are investigating to determine the cause.
The American Red Cross is assisting the family.