Firefighters were faced with heavy fire conditions at a fully involved house fire this morning near The Coves.
Fire officials confirmed that a dog perished in the fire after it was learned the animal didn't make it out of the home.
Crews were called to 62 Duke Street around 11 a.m. for a report of a structure fire.
Once on scene heavy smoke and flames could be seen and crews initially were forced to take defensive positions.
Damage to the home is extensive, and a cause is unknown at this time.
A fire investigator is expected to attend the scene.
