Large emergency response underway at reported fire in southwest Miami-Dade; at least 1 hospitalized

A large emergency response was underway Monday morning in southwest Miami-Dade after a reported structure fire left three injured and at least one person hospitalized, authorities said.

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue crews responded to the area of Southwest 87th Avenue and Southwest 56th Street after receiving reports of a fire. Firefighters arrived on scene and began working to extinguish the blaze, according to MDFR.

Officials said three patients were being evaluated at the scene. One adult trauma patient was transported by ambulance to HCA Florida Kendall Hospital's Ryder Trauma Center for treatment.

The extent of the patient's injuries was not immediately released.

The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office also responded to the scene and said it was conducting an investigation at the scene. A spokesperson with the agency was en route to the scene Monday and was expected to provide additional information after meeting with investigators.

Fire rescue officials have not yet provided details about what sparked the fire, the type of structure involved or the conditions of the other two patients.

Video from the scene showed a significant emergency response as crews continued working in the area.

Authorities said additional information would be released as it becomes available.