Cats rescued from fire at Hernando County home

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Three cats are safe thanks to the actions of Hernando County firefighters who rushed to save them from a burning home, fire officials said Monday.

What we know:

Crews responded around 8:30 a.m. Monday to a home off Montano Ave. in Spring Hill.

HCFR said firefighters contained the flames to the garage and rescued three cats, who were unharmed.

Firefighters rescued three cats from a burning home in Spring Hill on Monday morning. (Courtesy: Hernando County Fire Rescue.)

The fire likely started in a car parked in the garage, according to investigators, who noted the vehicle was not electric or hybrid.

No injuries were reported.

What we don't know:

The exact cause of the fire remains under investigation.

The Source: This story was written using information provided by Hernando County Fire Rescue.

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