Man, cat killed in house fire in Summit area

At least one person is dead in a house fire in the 5900 block of 48th Avenue East. Central Pierce Fire & Rescue crews were searching the house to see if there are any more victims.

Jope Barrentine Staff photographer

A firefighter walks past a still smoking home in the 5900 block of 48th Avenue East Thursday, Feb. 9, 2012. At least one person is reported dead in the house fire.

STACEY MULICK; Staff writer

Published: 02/10/12 1:00 am | Updated: 02/10/12 2:18 am

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At least one person is dead in a house fire in the 5900 block of 48th Avenue East. Central Pierce Fire & Rescue crews were searching the house to see if there are any more victims.

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