A resident and a firefighter were injured in a house fire in New Bedford Monday evening, according to authorities.

New Bedford Deputy Fire Chief Daniel Coons told 12 News firefighters responded to the Topham Street home and were met with flames and smoke pouring from the first floor.

Coons said a resident was rushed to Rhode Island Hospital to be treated for burn injuries. The severity of his injuries is unknown at this time.

A firefighter was also transported to the hospital with a minor foot injury, Coons added.

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