Road closed as firefighters battle house fire in Atwater

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- CAL FIRE firefighters are battling a house fire in Atwater, police say.

The fire started just before 6 a.m. at Winton Way and Elm Avenue.

Officials say both directions of Winton Way will be closed until around 9 a.m. as crews work to contain the blaze.

Drivers are advised to avoid the area.

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